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An adventure in one of Azerbaijan's remotest areas
In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board
The Greater Caucasus Mountains lie to the north of Azerbaijan and form one of the country's remotest regions. Hiking there gives you a chance to visit villages and canyons and experience rural life.
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The "father" of Azerbaijani classical music, Uzeyir Hajibeyli.
In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan
The influence of Uzeyir Hajibeyli on the further development of musical artform in Azerbaijan is difficult to overestimate. His innovative and, at times, revolutionary decisions changed the perception of operatic performance, and led to his opera, “Leyli and Majnun”, the first of the East.
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A Golden day for Azerbaijan
Local hero Hidayat Heydarov was on fire all day on the way to his Gold Medal. He was joined by fellow countrymen, Saied Mollaei, who won his first Gold in 3 years and brought the Azerbaijan tally to 3 Gold medals. This drove the home-crowd wild with joy at the Heydar Aliyev stadium.
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Göygöl: city with the oldest operating winery in Azerbaijan
In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board
The history of Azerbaijan has a rich tradition of winemaking, going back centuries in the territory. Contemporary winemaking started in Göygöl in 1860 by German immigrants and continues to flourish to this day.
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A look at nature, culture and food
In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board
In this episode of Explore Azerbaijan, we hike across the pristine landscapes of Gabala, which lies in the foothills of the Caucasus mountains. We also meet local farmers and discover the famous Ata-Baba hazelnut, and see how it is used in the recipe of a regional specialty.
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Sheki and Lahij: A journey into the heart of Azerbaijani heritage
In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board
Our new series, 'Explore Azerbaijan' takes an in-depth look at the country's rich heritage and landscapes. In this first episode we discover two must-see locations along the ancient 'Silk Road': Sheki and Lahij.
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Traditional Azerbaijani dance lies at the heart of the Azeri culture
In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Performing around the world the Azerbaijan State Dance Ensemble displays traditional athletic and intricate dance moves, dancing on toes and balancing glasses of syrup on their palms
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Azeri army defuse and destroy landmines left behind after the war
Mine clearance operations conducted over the past week in Tartar, Aghdam, Fuzuli, Shusha, Gubadli, Jabrayil and Zangilan have found and cleared anti-personnel mines, 27 anti-tank mines and 19 pieces of unexploded ordnance (UXO).
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The highly skilled art of copperware production lives on in Lahij
In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Lahij, the village of artisans, lies in the Greater Caucasus mountains in Azerbaijan. For centuries, its highly skilled coppersmiths have produced exquisite and elaborate copper tableware using traditional methods passed down through the generations.
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Azerbaijan's Gabala Music Festival returns after a year's hiatus
In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Held at the iconic Heydar Aliyev Congress Centre, orchestras performed for the first time in a year and a half after the pandemic put live music on pause.
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Mugham, the unique Azerbaijani musical tradition handed down over generations
In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan
No form of music is more defining of Azerbaijani culture than Mugham, a centuries-old tradition drawing on folklore and oral history. Discover the master craftsmen and talented musicians keeping the tradition alive.
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Artisans reveal the secrets of how to make the iconic kelaghayi head scarf
In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Discover the secrets of silk kelaghayi scarves made in Azerbaijan. Their intricate motifs and rich colours have made them famous worldwide for their beauty. Woven and decorated with skill and artistry, they have even been recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage.