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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.
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Discover the centuries-old culture of Mountain Jews in Azerbaijan
In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Located at the foot of the Greater Caucasus, Krasnaya Sloboda in Azerbaijan is a Jewish settlement that has existed for centuries. We discover the life of the mountain Jews there with a museum dedicated to them.
