Khachmaz (city)
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Khachmaz is a city in the Khachmaz Rayon of Azerbaijan
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, which transformed into Khacmaz in the middle of seventh century. It is also interesting, that part of the tribe in the second middle of the seventh century migrated to the territory of the current Oghuz district having constructed the settlement and naming Khachmar fortress.
district. The combination of a very good summer climate, woods along the seashore and excellent golden beaches was exploited by the construction of large numbers of hotels and apartments in Nabran
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with the following cities: Yalta
, Ukraine
, since 2009
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan , officially the Republic of Azerbaijan is the largest country in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. Located at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe, it is bounded by the Caspian Sea to the east, Russia to the north, Georgia to the northwest, Armenia to the west, and Iran to...
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Origin of the name
Modern historians believe that the name Khachmaz derives from khachmataki tribe of HunsHuns
The Huns were a group of nomadic people who, appearing from east of the Volga River, migrated into Europe c. AD 370 and established the vast Hunnic Empire there. Since de Guignes linked them with the Xiongnu, who had been northern neighbours of China 300 years prior to the emergence of the Huns,...
, which transformed into Khacmaz in the middle of seventh century. It is also interesting, that part of the tribe in the second middle of the seventh century migrated to the territory of the current Oghuz district having constructed the settlement and naming Khachmar fortress.
Economy
The economy of Khachmaz is partially agricultural, partially tourist based, with some industries in operation.Tourism
Khachmaz is considered a popular tourist destination, especially due NabranNabran
Nabran is a popular resort and municipality in Khachmaz Rayon of Azerbaijan, close to the Russia-Azerbaijan border. It has a population of 1,313. The municipality consists of the villages of Nabran, Dalğalı, Turist, Meşəli, Günəşli, Samurçay, and Şimal...
district. The combination of a very good summer climate, woods along the seashore and excellent golden beaches was exploited by the construction of large numbers of hotels and apartments in Nabran
Nabran
Nabran is a popular resort and municipality in Khachmaz Rayon of Azerbaijan, close to the Russia-Azerbaijan border. It has a population of 1,313. The municipality consists of the villages of Nabran, Dalğalı, Turist, Meşəli, Günəşli, Samurçay, and Şimal...
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Twin cities
Khachmaz is twinnedTown twinning
Twin towns and sister cities are two of many terms used to describe the cooperative agreements between towns, cities, and even counties in geographically and politically distinct areas to promote cultural and commercial ties.- Terminology :...
with the following cities: Yalta
Yalta
Yalta is a city in Crimea, southern Ukraine, on the north coast of the Black Sea.The city is located on the site of an ancient Greek colony, said to have been founded by Greek sailors who were looking for a safe shore on which to land. It is situated on a deep bay facing south towards the Black...
, Ukraine
Ukraine
Ukraine is a country in Eastern Europe. It has an area of 603,628 km², making it the second largest contiguous country on the European continent, after Russia...
, since 2009
External links
- World Gazetteer: Azerbaijan – World-Gazetteer.com