Azerbaijan

SHORT INFORMATION

Geography of Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan is in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia, straddling Western Asia and Eastern Europe. It lies between latitudes 38° and 42° N, and longitudes 44° and 51° E.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Culture of Azerbaijan

The cultural heritage of Azerbaijan is grand and distinctive. Since Azerbaijan used to be a part of Persian and Turkic states its cultural development was greatly influenced by those. It is particularly noticeable in literature and music.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Azerbaijan Holidays

Azerbaijan is a country where national traditions are well preserved. Celebrating the following days became the part of Azeri traditions.