Mingechevir in Azerbaijan is one of the popular tourist destinations that are frequented by a number of tourists from different parts of world. The place is situated on the banks of Kura River. The region is hugely popular for its water basin. This basin is popularly known as “Mingechaur Sea”. The place is located in the coastal region and has remained as a hot spot of tourism in your Trip to Azerbaijan. Mingechevir in Azerbaijan is highly recognized as a place of tremendous scenic beauty.
As you come to this place the first thing that you will get to see is the gorgeous view of sandy beach. The lagoons, the beach front and the ocean altogether create a magical impression in the mind of the tourists. But the real charm of the place is the numerous historic monuments found as a result of archaeological excavation. There are large number of burial grounds, amphora burials, and even Christian temples that tourists can visit as they come to this place. These monuments are believed to be established in 2000 BC.
From the historic remains that are found in Mingechevir, historians have concluded that this is a place where the human habitation found existence at about 3000 BC. This is the place where you will find several things that are precious and reflect the glorious history of the civilization. For its historic importance, Mingechevir city in Azerbaijan is modified as Mingechevir Archeological Complex. This is the very place which is particularly meant for historical research and deep study on the civilization that emerged in the region long time ago.
In the Left part of the Kura River, you will find the Archeological Complex, where you can view the ruins of urban settlements, many household accessories, homes, household equipments and some Arabian Coins. There were antique pieces of silver wares, iron tools, gold rings kept for display in this region. Also, you will be finding temples and other monuments in this part of Mingechevir Archeological Complex. In the right bank of Kura River, there is another part of Mingechevir Archeological Complex where tourists are to visit several burial grounds.Currently, Mingechevir in Azerbaijan has gained its importance as an industrial city and it is the fourth important city in Azerbaijan after Baku, Sumgait , and Ganja.
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