November 8 – Victory Day
As a result of the 44-day Patriotic War, the victorious Azerbaijani Army liberated the cities of Jabrayil, Fuzuli, Zangilan, Gubadli, as well as Shusha, which holds a special place in the history, culture, and heart of the Azerbaijani people, often referred to as the crown of Karabakh. The army also…
18 October – Day of Restoration of Independence
18 October is the Day of Restoration of Independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan. On this day in 1991, the Republic of Azerbaijan declared its independence and sovereignty, after the collapse of the Soviet Union. This day is celebrated as a triumph of the ideals of freedom, sovereignty and national…
Aida Imanguliyeva, a prominent figure in Azerbaijani oriental studies
Prominent scholar and professor Aida Imanguliyeva has made significant contributions to the development of Azerbaijani oriental studies and has represented this field commendably beyond our republic. Her deep theoretical knowledge, analytical thinking, extensive erudition, and proficiency in several Eastern and Western languages have earned her wide recognition for her research…
September 27 - Remembrance Day
In response to Armenia’s renewed military aggression against Azerbaijan, which began on September 27, 2020, the Azerbaijani people launched the Patriotic War with the aim of liberating the occupied territories. In this Just and Honorable struggle for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Azerbaijan, our soldiers and…
Uzeyir Hajibeyli
Uzeyir Hajibeyli is recognized as one of the influential figures who has left an indelible mark on the history of Azerbaijani culture with his multifaceted creativity. The high moral and aesthetic value of the legacy of this dedicated intellectual, who devoted his life to the cultural progress of society, is…
Yusif Vazir Chamanzaminli — A Prominent Figure of Azerbaijani Literature
Yusif Vazir Chamanzaminli is one of the prominent figures in 20th-century Azerbaijani literature and the history of socio-political thought. As a writer, publicist, diplomat, and scholar, he led a multifaceted career and left behind a rich and valuable intellectual legacy. His literary work played a significant role in the development…
Mehriban Aliyeva
Mehriban Aliyeva, the First Vice-President of Azerbaijan, who plays an important role in the country’s socio-political and cultural life, walks alongside President Ilham Aliyev — a leader who has become a symbol of successful leadership thanks to his invaluable services in strengthening state independence, diversifying international relations, and preserving traditions…
Fikret Goja - 90
Fikret Goja is considered a wordsmith, successfully incorporating the traditions of national poetry and achievements of global artistic thought to develop his own unique style. As a poetic innovator, his works in the 1960s breathed new life into Azerbaijani poetry by embodying an active civic stance and containing profound humanistic…
August 1 – Day of the Azerbaijani Alphabet and Language
The native language is an integral part of the cultural identity of every nation. It is the language that preserves, conveys, and develops national and spiritual values. Language is the foundation of a nationэs existence, its historical memory, and self-awareness. For the Azerbaijani people, the native language has always been…
Azerbaijani national press - 150
In the second half of the 19th century, Azerbaijan, having transformed into one of the world’s oil and industrial centers and experiencing a period of economic growth, underwent fundamental changes in its socio-political and cultural life. The enlightenment movement began to expand and the necessity for a national press emerged.…