Absheron District, Administrative district in eastern Azerbaijan
The Absheron district stretches across 1,360 square kilometers of land, encompassing both urban developments and natural geographical features near the Caspian Sea coast.
The formation of Absheron district in 1963 marked a strategic move by Soviet authorities to support industrial and agricultural development around Baku and Sumgait.
The district contains numerous historical monuments from the 8th to 19th centuries, including the Abdurrahman mosque in Goradil village and the Albattin mosque in Fatmai.
With over 107 industrial entities and 856 kilometers of roadways, the district maintains strong connections to both Baku and Sumgait for business and transportation.
The region features distinctive geographical elements such as mud volcanoes and salt lakes, while supporting the cultivation of local Gala breed sheep.
Location: Azerbaijan
Inception: January 4, 1963
Capital city: Khyrdalan
Elevation above the sea: 293 m
Website: http://absheron.az/
Website: http://absheron.az
GPS coordinates: 40.45718,49.73835
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:50
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