Ganja-Dashkasan Economic Region, Economic region in western Azerbaijan
The Ganja-Dashkasan Economic Region is an administrative area in western Azerbaijan covering 5,270 square kilometers. It includes the districts of Dashkasan, Goranboy, Goygol, and Samukh, along with the cities of Ganja and Naftalan.
The region was created in 2021 from the division of the former Ganja-Qazakh Economic Region, marking a major restructuring of administrative boundaries. This reorganization was part of a broader effort to reconfigure Azerbaijan's regional structure.
Ganja serves as the cultural hub with historical buildings, traditional bazaars, and schools that reflect how communities developed in western Azerbaijan. People use these spaces daily, and they shape the city's character.
The region is shaped by agriculture and mineral extraction, which form the basis of its economy. Visitors should expect diverse landscapes and local production activities.
Naftalan, a city within the region, produces a special therapeutic oil used for medical treatments that draws visitors seeking health-related benefits. This distinctive product has made it a center for wellness tourism.
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