Khojaly Genocide Memorial, Memorial monument in Xətai district, Baku, Azerbaijan.
The Khojaly Genocide Memorial is a monument in Xətai district that reaches 8.6 meters high and combines bronze and granite materials in its construction. The structure centers on an eight-pointed star design and creates a dedicated space for remembrance within the urban landscape.
The memorial commemorates an attack on Khojaly on February 26, 1992, in which more than 600 Azerbaijani civilians perished. This event became one of the deadliest moments of the regional conflict and left a lasting mark on public memory.
The eight-pointed star symbol represents values deeply rooted in Azerbaijani tradition and appears throughout the site to honor those who died. This design choice speaks to how the community remembers and mourns its losses through familiar cultural expressions.
The site sits in an accessible urban location and can be reached by public transit without difficulty. The grounds are designed to welcome visitors of all mobility levels and offer clear sightlines throughout the memorial area.
Carved into the structure are the names of those who died, giving each person individual recognition at the site. This personal detail transforms the memorial from a symbolic monument into a place where individual lives are honored.
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