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There are many legends about the origin of the Maiden Tower, many of which are connected to the meaning of the word "maiden". The tower was built in two stages: the first is dated to the pre-Islamic era, but an inscription with an indication of the architect’s name belongs to the 12th century. The tower can be seen in pictures by eminent artists.
Azerbaijan has a very rich flora, more than 4,500 species of higher plants have been registered in the country. Due to the unique climate in Azerbaijan, the flora is much richer in the number of species than the flora of the other republics of the South Caucasus. About 66% of the species growing in the whole Caucasus can be found in Azerbaijan.
The flame is a reference to Azerbaijan's eternal natural oil-gas resources, which has given it the nickname "land of eternal fire". [1] The emblem is supported by a crossed stalk of wheat and an oak bough. Wheat is the symbol of abundance in Azerbaijan. Also, wheat bread is the main staple food. The oak tree is the symbol of power and youth in ...
Orders, decorations, and medals of Azerbaijan (2 C, 49 P) Pages in category "National symbols of Azerbaijan" The following 22 pages are in this category, out of 22 total.
The wildlife of Azerbaijan consists of its flora and fauna and their natural habitats. The symbol of fauna in Azerbaijan is the Karabakh horse (Azeri: Qarabağ atı) which is a mountain-steppe racing and riding horse which can be found only in Azerbaijan. It is one of the oldest breeds, with ancestry dating to the ancient world.
Many nations considered that the egg is a symbol of life. Each egg colour has its own meaning. Egg painted Red color - summer, Green Color – Spring, Yellow Color- autumn, Non-color egg means winter. Bonfire on Nowruz Holiday. Symbolic characters of Nowruz are manifested by Kechel, Kosa, and Bahar gizi (Spring girl).
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Print/export Download as PDF; Printable version; In other projects ... Pages in category "Flora of Azerbaijan" The following 85 pages are in this category, out of 85 ...