Azerbaijan cities list with latitude and longitude in Excel, CSV, XML, SQL, JSON formats
Last update : 20 January 2026.
Below is a list of 100 prominent cities in Azerbaijan. Each row includes a city's latitude, longitude, region and other variables of interest. This is a subset of all 4985 places in Azerbaijan that you'll find in our World Cities Database. You're free to use the data below for personal or commercial applications. The data below can be downloaded in Excel (.xlsx), .csv, .json, .xml and .sql formats. Notable Cities: The capital of Azerbaijan is Baku.
| Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 585666 | Qızılhacılı | Kyzylgadzhily,Kyzylgadzhyly,Qizilhacili,Qızılhacılı,Кызылгаджилы,Кызылгаджылы | AZ | Goranboy | 40.57723 | 46.85776 | 6330 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585602 | Maqsudlu | Maghsudlu,Magsudlu,Makhsudlu,Maksudlu,Maqsudlu,Vank’asar,Vankʻasar,Vank’asar,Максудлу,Մաղսուդլու,Վանքասար | AZ | Ağdam | 40.093 | 46.90043 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 587038 | Baş Layısqı | Bas Layisqi,Bas Layski,Bash Lajski,Bash Layski,Bash-Laiski,Bash-Layisk,Baş Layski,Baş Layısqı,Баш Лайски | AZ | Shaki | 41.35083 | 47.08703 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148176 | Durğan | Durgan,Durqan,Durğan | AZ | Lerik | 38.84049 | 48.39673 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586373 | Gürzallar | Giourzalar,Gjurzalar,Gurzalilar,Gurzallar,Gyurzalar,Gyurzallar,Gürzallar,Gürzalılar,Odzabun,Ojabun,Гюрзалар,Գյուրզալար,Օձաբուն | AZ | Goranboy | 40.49634 | 46.55056 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585496 | Mirzik | Mirzik,Sahriyar,Şəhriyar | AZ | Goygol Rayon | 40.52109 | 46.20916 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 828147 | Medzhidoba | Macidoba,Medzhidoba,Məcidoba | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.57341 | 48.79508 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586888 | Çarxana | Carxana,Charkhana,Çarxana | AZ | Qǝbǝlǝ | 40.83438 | 47.70464 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148192 | Diza | Diza,Dizə | AZ | Nakhichevan | Ordubad Rayon | 38.93137 | 45.92556 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
| 586686 | Dzhafarabad | Cafarabad,Cǝfǝrabad,Cəfərabad,Dzhafarabad,Jafarabad,Джафарабад | AZ | Shaki | 41.02415 | 47.15615 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586287 | Qalaboyun | Kalaboyun,Kalaboyunlar,Qalaboyun | AZ | Tovuz | 40.7581 | 45.60742 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 587304 | Alykend | Alikand,Alikend,Alykend,Əlikənd | AZ | Ucar | 40.49623 | 47.50841 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 9887999 | Dalaqo | Dalaqo | AZ | Quba | 41.15784 | 48.56765 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586179 | Qaraxanlı | Karakhanly,Qaraxanli,Qaraxanlı | AZ | Tovuz | 41.04358 | 45.65527 | 3166 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148323 | Boradigah | Baradigyakh,Boradigah,Boradigyakh,Boradygia,Boradygiya,Boradygyakh,Vardygya | AZ | Masally | 38.93013 | 48.7092 | 5904 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586947 | Bozakhlar | Bozakhlar | AZ | Barda | 40.30418 | 47.25243 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586098 | Qaymaqlı | Kaymagly,Kaymakhly,Qaymaqli,Qaymaqlı | AZ | Qazax | 41.22418 | 45.13634 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586711 | Dozular | Birges,Birgez,Dosular,Dozular,Դոզուլար | AZ | Goygol Rayon | 40.53447 | 46.47832 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585253 | Keçili | Ashagy Khalilbeyli,Kechili,Kecili,Ketschily,Keçili,Plankand,Plankend,Plankənd | AZ | Şǝmkir | 40.88147 | 46.13907 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147405 | Norshen | Norsen,Norshen,Norşen,Yenikand,Yenikənd,Норшен,Նորշեն | AZ | Khojavend | 39.84801 | 46.98237 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586437 | Girik | Girik | AZ | Qusar | 41.53674 | 48.2794 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585920 | Xınalı | Khynaly,Xinali,Xınalı | AZ | Goranboy | 40.7266 | 46.72171 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148500 | Arta | Arta | AZ | Lerik | 38.87711 | 48.3537 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148546 | Altanskiy | Altanskiy | AZ | Beyləqan | 39.65 | 47.78333 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 824052 | Yenidashkend | Yeni Daskand,Yeni Daşkənd,Yenidashkend | AZ | Barda | 40.38469 | 47.03691 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148351 | Böyük Bəhmənli | Beyuk Bekhmanli,Beyuk-Bekhmenli,Bjojuk-Bekhmanli,Boyuk Bahmanli,Bëyuk Bekhmanli,Bëyuk-Bekhmenli,Böyük Bəhmənli,Бёюк-Бехманли | AZ | Füzuli | 39.51391 | 47.49791 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585466 | Mövdüt | Modut,Movdut,Mövdut,Mövdüt | AZ | Ağdaş | 40.51583 | 47.30722 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585332 | Okhakhdere | Axaxdara,Axaxdərə,Okhakhdara,Okhakhdere,Oxaxdara,Oxaxdərə,Oxoxdara,Oxoxdərə | AZ | Zaqatala | 41.65897 | 46.65169 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147897 | Yuxarı Qaralar | Karalar,Qaralar,Verkhniy Karalar,Yuxari Qaralar,Yuxarı Qaralar | AZ | İmişli | 39.82492 | 48.08487 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 584687 | Hacıhüseynli | Elenovka,Hacihuseynli,Hacıhüseynli,Yelenovka,Еленовка | AZ | Quba | 41.45455 | 48.64417 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 146984 | Yuxarı Yemişcan | Verin Siznek,Verin Sznek,Verin Sznek’,Verin Sznek’,Verin Sıznek,Verin-Syznek,Yuxari Yemiscan,Yuxarı Yemişcan,Верин-Сызнек,Վերին Սզնեկ,Վերին Սզնեք | AZ | Xocalı | 39.74084 | 46.83381 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585062 | Shamkhalar | Shamkhalar | AZ | Goranboy | 40.75472 | 46.7125 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147659 | Qışlaqabbas | Kishlag-Abas,Kyshlakabbas,Qislaqabbas,Qışlaqabbas | AZ | Nakhichevan | Sharur Rayon | 39.4889 | 44.98938 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
| 584851 | Tazakend | Tazakand,Tazakend,Təzəkənd | AZ | Shabran | 41.3475 | 48.8879 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585961 | Kharko | Kharko,Kharkov | AZ | Shabran | 40.95 | 48.76667 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 8669269 | Qazbölük | Gazbelyuk,Qasbulaq,Qazboluk,Qazbölük,Qaşbulaq | AZ | Balakǝn | 41.68455 | 46.23334 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 389202 | Orta Anzır | Orta Anzir,Orta Anzır | AZ | Nakhichevan | Julfa Rayon | 39.21972 | 45.77111 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
| 394868 | Eyvazlı | Ehjvazly,Eyvazli,Eyvazly,Eyvazlı,Эйвазлы,Էյվազլը | AZ | Qubadlı | 39.43406 | 46.39591 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147927 | Qaradağlı | Karadag,Karadagly,Qaradagli,Qaradağlı,Карадаглы | AZ | Ağdam | 39.95813 | 46.91226 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586772 | Daşca | Dasca,Dashdzha,Dashtydzha,Daşca,Tash-diza | AZ | Qǝbǝlǝ | 40.94722 | 47.79906 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586054 | Koxanəbi | Kekhanabi,Koxanabi,Koxanəbi,Këkhanabi | AZ | Tovuz | 40.87156 | 45.60908 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 587238 | Arabbazarly | Arabbazarly | AZ | Kürdǝmir | 40.1 | 48.38333 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148380 | Ballıqaya | Balliqaya,Ballykaja,Ballykaya,Ballıqaya,Баллыкая | AZ | Qubadlı | 39.24795 | 46.6564 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586539 | Hacılı | Gadzhyly,Hacili,Hacılı | AZ | Tǝrtǝr | 40.39717 | 47.00972 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586105 | Kasymkend | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.76709 | 48.66976 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |||
| 586175 | Qaraqoyunlu | Karakoju,Karakoyunlu,Karakoyunly,Qaraqoynlu,Qaraqoyunlu,Каракою | AZ | Ağsu | 40.53962 | 48.30168 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586073 | Qazyan | Kaz’yan,Kaz’yan,Qazyan | AZ | Tǝrtǝr | 40.24048 | 47.02946 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 8430555 | Gorazıllı | Gerazylly,Gjorazylly,Gorazilli,Gorazıllı,Gërazylly,Korazilli,Korazıllı,Гёразыллы | AZ | Füzuli | 39.4951 | 47.08953 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 8470076 | Bezirkhana | Bazirxana,Bezirkhana,Bəzirxana,Безирхана | AZ | Kalbajar | 40.00097 | 45.94339 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148099 | Gadzhybabir | Gadzhi-Babir,Gadzhybabir,Hacibabir,Hacıbəbir | AZ | Sabirabad | 39.86173 | 48.78845 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147875 | Qızıloba | Donavaz,Drnavarz,Karmirgjukh,Karmirgyug,Karmirgyugh,Karmirgyukh,Qarmirgug,Qarmirgüğ,Qiziloba,Qızıloba,Кармиргюх,Կարմիրգյուղ | AZ | Xocalı | 39.76484 | 46.85475 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585833 | Qoçulu | Kochulu,Qoculu,Qoçulu | AZ | Kürdǝmir | 40.08731 | 48.32618 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 400434 | Daştatük | Dashtatuk,Dastatuk,Daştatük | AZ | Lənkəran | 38.68861 | 48.74835 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148221 | Daygyan | Daygyan,Dayhan,Dejkhan,Deykhan,Dəyhan,Дейхан | AZ | Laçın | 39.59038 | 46.64328 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 825073 | Pirsaat | Pirsaat,Pirsagat | AZ | Hacıqabul | 40.04719 | 49.04684 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 824612 | Hacıalılı | Hacialili,Hacıalılı | AZ | Barda | 40.47694 | 47.05639 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585445 | Muradxanlı | Muradkhanly,Muradxanli,Muradxanlı,Myurakhany | AZ | İmişli | 39.93129 | 47.95537 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585934 | Xosrov | Khosrov,Xosrov,Хосров | AZ | Ağdaş | 40.63074 | 47.58416 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147528 | Melikkasymly | Malikqasimli,Melik-Kasum,Melikkasymly,Məlikqasımlı | AZ | Jalilabad | 39.22483 | 48.21886 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585343 | Nuran | Nuran | AZ | Ağsu | 40.65629 | 48.4117 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585766 | Qurbançı | Dag-Kurbanchy,Dagkurbanchi,Kurbanchi,Kurbanchy,Qurbanci,Qurbançı | AZ | Qobustan | 40.568 | 48.96084 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 584836 | Tikanlı | Tikanli,Tikanly,Tikanlı,Tikyanly | AZ | Qǝbǝlǝ | 41.02106 | 47.75538 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586226 | Karachaydzhek | Karachaydzhek,Qaracaycak,Qaracaycek,Qaraçaycek,Qaraçaycək | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.38872 | 48.77333 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585612 | Madagiz | Madaghis,Madagis,Madagiv,Madagiz,Mataghis,Matagis,Terterges,Мадагиз,Մադաղիս,Մատաղիս | AZ | Tǝrtǝr | 40.32612 | 46.75082 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148327 | Bobla | Bobla | AZ | Lənkəran | 38.6852 | 48.66837 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148339 | Bilyav | Bilav,Bilyav,Biləv | AZ | Nakhichevan | Ordubad Rayon | 39.07819 | 45.84555 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
| 12089786 | Tarovlu | Tarovlu | AZ | Qubadlı | 39.33278 | 46.53307 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147308 | Pyardili | Pardili,Pardu,Pyardili,Pərdili | AZ | Jalilabad | 39.1839 | 48.28704 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147910 | Qaraqaşlı | Karakashly,Qaraqasli,Qaraqaşlı | AZ | Neftçala | 39.58663 | 48.99216 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 393333 | Nasimikend | Nasimikand,Nasimikend,Nəsimikənd | AZ | Saatlı | 39.8385 | 48.61331 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585682 | Kürd Eldarbəyli | Kurd Eldarbayli,Kyurd El’darbeyli,Kyurd El’darbeyli,Kyurd-El’darli,Kyurd-El’darli,Kürd Eldarbəyli | AZ | İsmayıllı | 40.76179 | 47.84883 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147508 | Minaxorlu | Minakhorlu,Minaxorlu,Минахорлу,Մինախորլու | AZ | Ağcabǝdi | 39.98082 | 47.19233 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 9887805 | Qasımqışlaq | Kasymkyshlak,Qasimqislaq,Qasımqışlaq | AZ | Quba | 41.27058 | 48.74827 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586739 | Derk | Dark,Derk,Dǝrk,Dərk,Дерк | AZ | Quba | 41.08265 | 48.4231 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585987 | Khalilli | Khalikhli,Khalilli,Xalilli,Xəlilli | AZ | Shabran | 41.30074 | 48.98362 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147482 | Mollabürhan | Molaburkhan,Molaburxan,Molla-buran,Mollaburhan,Mollaburkhan,Mollabürhan,Morajur,Моллабурхан,Մոլաբուրխան,Մորաջուր | AZ | Qubadlı | 39.35346 | 46.68183 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586322 | İsmayılabad | Ismailabad,Ismayilabad,İsmayılabad | AZ | Yevlax | 40.57915 | 47.09296 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 584600 | Zamanlı | Zamanli,Zamanly,Zamanlı | AZ | Gǝdǝbǝy | 40.65112 | 45.43982 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148277 | Çayrud | Cayrud,Chayrud,Chayrut,Çayrud | AZ | Lerik | 38.71487 | 48.49812 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 8622904 | Gicanoba | Gadzhykyshlak,Gicanoba | AZ | Qusar | 41.61751 | 48.52662 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147473 | Moranlı | Moranli,Moranly,Moranlı,Taza-Abad | AZ | Jalilabad | 39.28131 | 48.27705 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 584779 | Ukuroba | Ukuroba | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.74436 | 48.57142 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585351 | Novxanı | Nobkhana,Novkhana,Novkhany,Novxani,Novxanı,Новхана | AZ | Abşeron | 40.52914 | 49.78188 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147319 | Aranlı | Aranli,Aranlı,Poltavka | AZ | İmişli | 39.6984 | 48.10211 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148051 | Keynik | Geynyuk,Goynuk,Gëynyuk,Göynük,Keynik,Koynuk,Köynük | AZ | Nakhichevan | Shahbuz Rayon | 39.2933 | 45.66126 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
| 585422 | Mırtı | Marty,Mirti,Murty,Myrty,Mırtı | AZ | Ağsu | 40.59463 | 48.48258 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147220 | Şabanlı | Sabanli,Shabanly,Şabanlı | AZ | Jalilabad | 39.24892 | 48.37899 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 148178 | Dudukchi | Dudukchi,Dudukcu,Düdükçü,K’yurat’agh,Kʻyuratʻag,K’yurat’agh,Дудукчи,Դուդուկչի,Քյուրաթաղ | AZ | Khojavend | 39.57678 | 47.0546 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586548 | Gadzhykarvend | Gadzhi-Karvend,Gadzhykarvend,Haciqarvand,Hacıqǝrvǝnd,Hacıqərvənd,Hajik’arvend,Hajik’arvend,Гаджыкарвенд,Հաջիքարվենդ | AZ | Tǝrtǝr | 40.36944 | 46.95641 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585426 | Muzaffaroba | Muzaffaroba,Müzəffəroba | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.49666 | 48.75997 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 584758 | Uzunmesha | Uzummesha,Uzunmesa,Uzunmesha,Uzunmeşə | AZ | Quba | 41.35588 | 48.36656 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147300 | Ramazanlı | Ramazanli,Ramazanly,Ramazanlı | AZ | Neftçala | 39.3832 | 48.78439 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 147440 | Nadzhav-Ali-Bek-diza | Nacafalidiza,Nadzhafalidiza,Nadzhav-Ali-Bek-diza,Nəcəfəlidizə | AZ | Nakhichevan | Babek Rayon | 39.23139 | 45.53604 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
| 584648 | Yukhary Agasibeyli | Yukhary Agasibeyli,Yuxari Agasibayli,Yuxarı Ağasıbəyli | AZ | Samux | 40.75704 | 46.50679 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585782 | Kufoba | Kufoba | AZ | Qusar | 41.67571 | 48.46364 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585922 | Xıdırlı | Khdrly,Khidirly,Khydyrly,Xidirli,Xıdırlı,Хыдырлы,Խդրլը | AZ | Ağdam | 40.00767 | 46.89079 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586198 | Qaracüzlü | Kara-Dzhuzli,Karadzhjuzlju,Karadzhyuzlyu,Qaracuezlue,Qaracuzlu,Qaracüzlü,Караджюзлю | AZ | Qobustan | 40.57674 | 49.07979 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 585654 | Laza | Laza,Лаза | AZ | Qǝbǝlǝ | 41.04683 | 47.91392 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 586936 | Bulduq | Buldug,Buldukh,Bulduq | AZ | Sabirabad | 40.0609 | 48.6272 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
| 587253 | Angelan | Angalan,Angelan,Angilan,Əngilan,Əngəlan | AZ | Xızı | 40.91138 | 49.13623 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place |
**Exploring Azerbaijan: Unveiling the Geographical Tapestry**
Nestled between Eastern Europe and Western Asia, Azerbaijan is a land of intriguing contrasts and captivating landscapes. As a geographer delving into the intricate fabric of this nation, the quest for data on its cities, regions, and geographical coordinates reveals not just statistical insights but a narrative of diversity and resilience.
Cities of Azerbaijan: Nodes of Culture and Commerce**
The urban landscape of Azerbaijan reflects a rich tapestry of history and modernity. From the vibrant streets of Baku, the capital city, to the ancient alleys of Sheki, each urban center tells a unique story. Obtaining data on these cities unveils not just their population densities and economic activities but also the cultural nuances that shape their identities.
Regions of Azerbaijan: A Mosaic of Nature and Tradition**
Beyond the bustling cities, Azerbaijan's regions offer a glimpse into its natural splendor and traditional heritage. From the lush valleys of Tovuz to the rugged terrain of Guba, each region boasts its own distinct charm. Gathering data on these regions unveils the geographical features that influence everything from agricultural practices to local customs, providing invaluable insights for understanding the dynamics of the land.
Latitude and Longitude of Azerbaijan: Navigating the Geographical Coordinates**
As a geographer, obtaining precise latitude and longitude data is akin to uncovering the geographical pulse of Azerbaijan. These coordinates not only serve as navigational markers but also reveal the country's position in the global landscape. From the shores of the Caspian Sea to the peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, each point on the map tells a story of geographical significance and strategic importance.
Conclusion: Mapping the Geographical Narrative of Azerbaijan**
In the pursuit of data on Azerbaijan's cities, regions, and geographical coordinates, a deeper narrative emerges—one that transcends mere numbers and statistics. It is a narrative of resilience in the face of adversity, of cultural richness amidst diversity, and of natural beauty waiting to be explored. As a geographer, unraveling this tapestry of geographical intricacies is not just a scholarly pursuit but a journey of discovery and enlightenment.
In the heart of Eurasia, Azerbaijan beckons—a land waiting to be explored, understood, and cherished for its myriad geographical wonders.

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Exploring the Geography of Azerbaijan: A Data-Driven Perspective
Azerbaijan, a country located at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, offers a dynamic and varied geographical landscape. From the Caspian Sea coast to the towering peaks of the Greater Caucasus mountains, Azerbaijan’s topography is rich with natural diversity. For geographers, this landscape provides a wealth of data to analyze, especially when studying the distribution of cities, regions, and departments, and how these geographical features influence human activity and development. Accessing detailed geographic data on Azerbaijan’s cities and their exact locations, including latitude and longitude coordinates, is essential for better understanding how the country’s geography shapes its urban growth, regional development, and economic potential.
Incorporating data about cities in Azerbaijan—including their geographical positions and administrative divisions—provides valuable insights into both urban planning and the challenges posed by the country's complex terrain. With accurate, up-to-date data, researchers can assess the spatial relationships between cities, explore how urbanization interacts with the environment, and optimize resources for sustainable growth.
Azerbaijan’s Geography: Diverse Landscapes and Regional Divisions
Azerbaijan’s geography is both stunning and complex. The country is dominated by mountains, including the majestic Greater Caucasus range in the north, which borders Russia, and the Lesser Caucasus range in the south. These mountains divide the country into several distinct geographic regions. The Caspian Sea to the east provides access to vital trade routes and economic resources, while vast plains, deserts, and river valleys offer fertile land for agriculture and settlement.
The capital city, Baku, located along the Caspian Sea, serves as both the political and economic heart of the country. It is a prime example of how Azerbaijan’s geographic advantages have shaped its growth. Other cities like Ganja, Mingechevir, and Sumgayit are located in different regions, each playing a key role in the country’s infrastructure, industry, and culture. The varying geographical features across Azerbaijan mean that urban centers in different regions have developed under distinct environmental and economic conditions.
Understanding the geography of Azerbaijan, including its cities, regions, and departments, helps to highlight the diverse opportunities and challenges faced by each area. The distribution of cities across different landscapes—whether in mountain valleys, along riverbanks, or by the coast—shapes their economies and the types of resources available for exploitation or conservation.
Mapping Azerbaijan’s Cities: Insights into Regional and Departmental Structure
Azerbaijan is administratively divided into regions and departments, with cities and towns located in each of these divisions. These regional distinctions are important for understanding how cities interact with each other, how resources are distributed, and how infrastructure is planned. The country’s political and administrative structure is comprised of several districts and the capital city, which is also a separate administrative unit.
For instance, Baku is the largest and most developed city, and it has a significant economic impact on the rest of the country. Other major cities like Ganja, the second-largest city, and Sumgayit, an industrial hub, each have their own regional importance and contribute to Azerbaijan’s diverse economic sectors, such as oil production, agriculture, and manufacturing.
By obtaining data on the cities and their respective regions and departments, geographers and urban planners can better understand how these administrative divisions influence the country’s development. This data helps to identify regions with high potential for urban growth, while also recognizing areas where infrastructure or services may need improvement. With detailed geographic data, researchers can analyze patterns in the distribution of population, industries, and services throughout the country.
Latitude and Longitude: Pinpointing Azerbaijan’s Cities with Precision
Latitude and longitude coordinates are essential for accurate geographic analysis. By obtaining these coordinates for each city in Azerbaijan, geographers and urban planners can create precise maps and conduct detailed spatial analysis. These coordinates allow for the accurate placement of cities and towns on geographic information systems (GIS), helping to visualize the relationships between urban centers, transportation networks, and natural features.
Latitude and longitude data provide the foundation for understanding not only the physical location of cities but also how these locations influence accessibility, resource availability, and environmental sustainability. For example, knowing the exact geographic location of Baku in relation to the Caspian Sea or how cities like Ganja are situated relative to the Greater Caucasus mountains enables a more nuanced understanding of how geography influences city development.
Although the specific latitude and longitude coordinates of each city are not provided here, these geographical markers are crucial for any detailed spatial analysis of Azerbaijan. They play an essential role in creating comprehensive maps, assessing regional connections, and planning future urban growth.
Data Formats for Flexibility: Ensuring Broad Accessibility
For geographic data to be effectively utilized by a wide range of users, it is essential to make it available in flexible formats. Formats such as CSV, SQL, JSON, and XML are perfect for ensuring the accessibility and integration of Azerbaijan’s city and regional data into various tools and systems. These formats allow the data to be manipulated, analyzed, and visualized in a way that meets the needs of diverse users, from researchers to policymakers and developers.
CSV and SQL formats are ideal for working with large datasets. These formats allow for efficient querying, sorting, and analysis of the data, which is essential for studies on urban growth, infrastructure needs, and economic development. CSV files are particularly useful for integrating data into spreadsheet software, enabling quick insights and analysis.
JSON and XML formats are widely used in web development and GIS applications. These formats are particularly suited for dynamic mapping tools and geographic information systems, allowing developers to integrate the data into interactive maps and real-time analytics. By making Azerbaijan’s geographic data available in these flexible formats, it becomes easier for researchers, urban planners, and developers to use and apply the information in a variety of contexts.
Conclusion: Unlocking Azerbaijan’s Geographic Potential
Azerbaijan’s diverse geography, from its towering mountains to its fertile plains and Caspian coastline, offers both opportunities and challenges for urban and regional development. Understanding the distribution of cities, regions, and departments is crucial for creating comprehensive urban plans, improving infrastructure, and ensuring sustainable growth. By obtaining detailed data on Azerbaijan’s cities, including their geographic coordinates, regions, and departments, geographers and planners can gain valuable insights into the country’s spatial dynamics.
Latitude and longitude coordinates, while not included in this article, are an essential component of any geographic study, providing the precision needed to analyze urban development, environmental impacts, and infrastructure networks. Additionally, offering Azerbaijan’s geographic data in formats such as CSV, SQL, JSON, and XML ensures that the data is accessible and usable across a wide range of platforms, making it valuable for various applications, from academic research to urban planning.
By unlocking the full potential of Azerbaijan’s geographic data, we can better understand the country’s complex geography and guide its future development, ensuring that both urban and rural areas are equipped to thrive in the years to come.