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National Museum of Azerbaijan Literature Named After Nizami Ganjavi

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    December 1, 2023

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    In the center of ancient Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan there is a magnificent building which attracts attention of everyone with its blue majolica on the façade where monuments of six outstanding representatives of Azerbaijan literature - Fizuli, Vagif, M.F.Akhundov, Natavan, J.Mammadguluzade an J.Jabbarli are erected.This is the building of the National Museum of Azerbaijan literature named after Nizami Ganjavi, genius poet and thinker of Azerbaijan.
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    August 16, 2025

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    The National History Museum of Azerbaijan is the country's largest museum and is located in the capital, Baku. The museum is housed in the former residence of wealthy oil magnate and philanthropist Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev, a magnificent building that is a landmark in itself.

    The Collection

    The museum offers a comprehensive overview of Azerbaijan's history, from antiquity to the present. The collection comprises over 300,000 objects, including archaeological finds, numismatics (coins and banknotes), and ethnographic objects. Only a portion of the collection is on permanent display, but the exhibits provide a detailed picture of the country's rich and diverse history.
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    August 16, 2025

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    A separate section of the museum is dedicated to the life and work of the building's original owner, Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev, showcasing the splendor of his former home. This makes the museum not only a place to learn about history but also a glimpse into the lives of Baku's wealthy elite at the beginning of the 20th century.

    The museum is an important center for both research and education, offering visitors the opportunity to discover and appreciate Azerbaijan's cultural heritage.
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