Sights of Azerbaijan

Gilgamesh · October 23rd, 2005, 03:37 AM

Iran's Azarbayejan.

Still looking for a better map.

Gilgamesh · October 23rd, 2005, 03:39 AM

Astara:

Astara-Ardebil Rd:

To get from Astara to Ardabil, you have to drive up some of the steepest hights around. The road litterally hugs the border with the Republic of Azarbaijan. Heyron Pass (Gardaneyeh Heyron) is one of the most beautiful places in the province. The buses, trucks and cars have to make their way up to the top of the mountain before they can get on the multi-lane highway to Ardabil. Along the road there are wild blackberry bushes. The locals sell them in little containers at rest stops. If you are from Ardabil, you'll know all about Asheh Doogh. This is a yogurt based soup, filled with chick peas and other goodies. Plenty of this is available at any reststop, with fresh tea and snacks..

Gilgamesh · October 23rd, 2005, 04:47 AM

Ahar

Gilgamesh · October 23rd, 2005, 04:48 AM

Yam

Gilgamesh · October 23rd, 2005, 05:14 AM

Inali

Ruins of Tomanians house:

Gilgamesh · October 23rd, 2005, 05:43 PM

Mahabad City

City in northwestern Iran with 140,000 inhabitants (2005 estimate) south of Lake Orumiyeh in a narrow valley 1,300 metres above sea level. It lies in the West Azerbaijan Province. Mahabad is the centre of a rich agricultural region and connected by road with Tabriz 300 km north, Orumiyeh 150 km north and Irbil in Iraq.

Gilgamesh · October 27th, 2005, 09:25 PM

Sabalan Ski Slopes

In Autumn:

Gilgamesh · October 30th, 2005, 02:06 PM

Lake Urmieh

Lake Urmieh, Iran's largest lake besides the Caspian Sea, Is about 20 km to the east of Urmieh City. Lake Urmieh lies at an altitude of 1250 metres above sea level, and its size varies depending on seasons, between 4,500 km² and 6,000 km². Its depth do not exceed 16 metres at any point. The lake is too salty for fish life, and serves little economical purpose for surrounding areas. There are several islands in the lake, of which Kabud is the largest.

Presently Urmia is often called Orumiyeh.

Gilgamesh · November 8th, 2005, 02:39 PM

St. Thaddeus Cathedral, Maku.

Armenians from Tehran travel to Chaldoran

Every year on July 6, Armenians from Iran and around the world gather in the Chaldoran Plains, West Azarbaijan, for a special ceremony to commemorate the anniversary of the martyrdom of Saint Thaddeus, an apostle of Jesus Christ who came to preach Christianity in the early years of the religion.

They spend several days praying and reciting supplications at the church.

St. Thaddeus arrived in this land in 45 BC to preach Christianity but was martyred on the orders of the then king Shanadrok. To prevent the influence of the religion in that region, the king also killed his own daughter who had embraced Christianity.

St. Thaddeus' tomb later became a church which was known as 'Qara Kelisa' (Black Church) or St. Thaddeus Cathedral.

The king's daughter is also buried a short distance from the church.

During the rituals, Muslims are not permitted into the church which is located on a hill overlooking Chaldoran Plains near Maku city.

Gilgamesh · November 14th, 2005, 10:24 AM

Caste of Babak Khorram-Din.

Originally posted by Cyrus:

This 2,200 years old castle is located 148 Km from Tabriz at about 3,000 meters above sea level. Surrounding the castle are valleys and only access to this structure is through a narrow track. It was from this unconquerable castle that Babak Khorram Din and his followers fought against the Arabs for 22 years. Historical evidences show that this castle was the center of rule in the 6th and 7th century, of the territory.

panj-delaavaraan · January 26th, 2006, 08:31 PM

FYI:

Azerbayjan comes from the Persian words Azer (fire) Abadgan (flourshing city) -- Azerabadgan. But over time with Turkic invasion and influence the name varied to Azerbayjan. I believe the Azeri language doesn't have the letter "g".

Just an interesting factoid that I wanted to share!!!

gole_hayahou · May 15th, 2006, 10:45 PM

we dnt have "g"....

u are right...

gole_hayahou · May 19th, 2006, 08:37 PM

i'm sure urumieh used to be called Rezaieh.....

persian · May 20th, 2006, 01:20 PM

I thought rezaieh was a different city.

noonghandi · October 9th, 2008, 04:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gole_hayahou

i'm sure urumieh used to be called Rezaieh.....

Urmieh is the original name of the city. It was changed to Rezaieh by Reza Shah.
Urmieh is an Assyrian name. It means place of water.

Assyrian and Iranian cultures have mixed very nicely after Assyria became part of Iran 2500 years ago

***FreddyB*** · June 30th, 2010, 08:13 AM

pics from historical places and nature which are actually outside the main cities(tabriz,urmia and ardabil).this province has a great veriety of nature.mostly mountained and colder in comparing with other parts of the country.
3 provinces exist: eastern azerbaijan,western azerbaijan and ardabil.the center city of them are Tabriz,Urmia and ardabil.The major language of all are azeri turkish,however in western azerbaijan there are alot of kurdish people living as the second majority.

pretty mountains:

***FreddyB*** · June 30th, 2010, 08:34 AM

a place known as demolished watermill (asiab kharabe)

a pic of inside the old watermill:

some pics of around the old mill:

QWECXZ · June 30th, 2010, 09:05 AM

where is exactly that waterfall located? it looks so beautiful.

***FreddyB*** · June 30th, 2010, 11:45 AM

near the city jolfa.it is like half an hour from jolfa to that place.

***FreddyB*** · June 30th, 2010, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by panj-delaavaraan

FYI:

Azerbayjan comes from the Persian words Azer (fire) Abadgan (flourshing city) -- Azerabadgan. But over time with Turkic invasion and influence the name varied to Azerbayjan. I believe the Azeri language doesn't have the letter "g".

Just an interesting factoid that I wanted to share!!!

about the name: i am not sure if azer is persian and in the meaning of fire here but yes it was called azar abadegan but before that it was called atropatgan.
about the letter "g".In tabriz we have the "g"but accents are diffrent,for eg I think in maraghe city they don't have "r" in their pronounciations

October 23rd, 2005, 03:37 AM	#1
Gilgamesh . Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,221 Likes (Received): 0	Sights of Azerbaijan Iran's Azarbayejan. Still looking for a better map. Last edited by Gilgamesh; December 8th, 2006 at 01:57 PM.

October 23rd, 2005, 03:39 AM	#2
Gilgamesh . Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,221 Likes (Received): 0	Astara: Astara-Ardebil Rd: To get from Astara to Ardabil, you have to drive up some of the steepest hights around. The road litterally hugs the border with the Republic of Azarbaijan. Heyron Pass (Gardaneyeh Heyron) is one of the most beautiful places in the province. The buses, trucks and cars have to make their way up to the top of the mountain before they can get on the multi-lane highway to Ardabil. Along the road there are wild blackberry bushes. The locals sell them in little containers at rest stops. If you are from Ardabil, you'll know all about Asheh Doogh. This is a yogurt based soup, filled with chick peas and other goodies. Plenty of this is available at any reststop, with fresh tea and snacks.. Last edited by freedom; October 23rd, 2005 at 04:48 AM.

October 23rd, 2005, 05:43 PM	#6
Gilgamesh . Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,221 Likes (Received): 0	Mahabad City City in northwestern Iran with 140,000 inhabitants (2005 estimate) south of Lake Orumiyeh in a narrow valley 1,300 metres above sea level. It lies in the West Azerbaijan Province. Mahabad is the centre of a rich agricultural region and connected by road with Tabriz 300 km north, Orumiyeh 150 km north and Irbil in Iraq. Last edited by freedom; October 23rd, 2005 at 06:09 PM.

October 27th, 2005, 09:25 PM	#7
Gilgamesh . Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,221 Likes (Received): 0	Sabalan Ski Slopes In Autumn: Last edited by freedom; October 27th, 2005 at 09:31 PM.

January 26th, 2006, 08:31 PM	#11
panj-delaavaraan Iran Mehr Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 451 Likes (Received): 0	FYI: Azerbayjan comes from the Persian words Azer (fire) Abadgan (flourshing city) -- Azerabadgan. But over time with Turkic invasion and influence the name varied to Azerbayjan. I believe the Azeri language doesn't have the letter "g". Just an interesting factoid that I wanted to share!!! __________________ Paayandeh va Jaaveed Iran. Peerooz Mardomeh Iran Zamin. http://www.persiangulfonline.org I Support the Iranian Nation's Fight for Freedom and Democracy.

October 23rd, 2005, 04:47 AM	#3
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October 23rd, 2005, 05:14 AM	#5
Gilgamesh . Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,221 Likes (Received): 0	Inali Ruins of Tomanians house:

October 30th, 2005, 02:06 PM	#8
Gilgamesh . Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,221 Likes (Received): 0	Lake Urmieh Lake Urmieh, Iran's largest lake besides the Caspian Sea, Is about 20 km to the east of Urmieh City. Lake Urmieh lies at an altitude of 1250 metres above sea level, and its size varies depending on seasons, between 4,500 km² and 6,000 km². Its depth do not exceed 16 metres at any point. The lake is too salty for fish life, and serves little economical purpose for surrounding areas. There are several islands in the lake, of which Kabud is the largest. Presently Urmia is often called Orumiyeh.

November 8th, 2005, 02:39 PM	#9
Gilgamesh . Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,221 Likes (Received): 0	St. Thaddeus Cathedral, Maku. Armenians from Tehran travel to Chaldoran Every year on July 6, Armenians from Iran and around the world gather in the Chaldoran Plains, West Azarbaijan, for a special ceremony to commemorate the anniversary of the martyrdom of Saint Thaddeus, an apostle of Jesus Christ who came to preach Christianity in the early years of the religion. They spend several days praying and reciting supplications at the church. St. Thaddeus arrived in this land in 45 BC to preach Christianity but was martyred on the orders of the then king Shanadrok. To prevent the influence of the religion in that region, the king also killed his own daughter who had embraced Christianity. St. Thaddeus' tomb later became a church which was known as 'Qara Kelisa' (Black Church) or St. Thaddeus Cathedral. The king's daughter is also buried a short distance from the church. During the rituals, Muslims are not permitted into the church which is located on a hill overlooking Chaldoran Plains near Maku city.

November 14th, 2005, 10:24 AM	#10
Gilgamesh . Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,221 Likes (Received): 0	Caste of Babak Khorram-Din. Originally posted by Cyrus: This 2,200 years old castle is located 148 Km from Tabriz at about 3,000 meters above sea level. Surrounding the castle are valleys and only access to this structure is through a narrow track. It was from this unconquerable castle that Babak Khorram Din and his followers fought against the Arabs for 22 years. Historical evidences show that this castle was the center of rule in the 6th and 7th century, of the territory.

May 15th, 2006, 10:45 PM	#12
gole_hayahou _ Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,234 Likes (Received): 0	we dnt have "g".... u are right... __________________ B-B-B-B-Bangface!!!!!

May 19th, 2006, 08:37 PM	#13
gole_hayahou _ Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,234 Likes (Received): 0	i'm sure urumieh used to be called Rezaieh..... __________________ B-B-B-B-Bangface!!!!!

May 20th, 2006, 01:20 PM	#14
persian Persian Gulf Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,769 Likes (Received): 14	I thought rezaieh was a different city. __________________ Pics of the most beautiful country Visit Iran forum Alitezar's great Tehran thread The biggest problem with Iranian people is that they don't know just how great their country can be.

June 30th, 2010, 08:13 AM	#16
*FreddyB* Moderator Join Date: May 2010 Location: Təbriz Posts: 2,016 Likes (Received): 42	iranian azerbaijan province(northwest of the country) pics from historical places and nature which are actually outside the main cities(tabriz,urmia and ardabil).this province has a great veriety of nature.mostly mountained and colder in comparing with other parts of the country. 3 provinces exist: eastern azerbaijan,western azerbaijan and ardabil.the center city of them are Tabriz,Urmia and ardabil.The major language of all are azeri turkish,however in western azerbaijan there are alot of kurdish people living as the second majority. pretty mountains: __________________ The Great Tabriz Last edited by FreddyB; June 30th, 2010 at 11:56 AM.

June 30th, 2010, 08:34 AM	#17
*FreddyB* Moderator Join Date: May 2010 Location: Təbriz Posts: 2,016 Likes (Received): 42	a place known as demolished watermill (asiab kharabe) a pic of inside the old watermill: some pics of around the old mill: __________________ The Great Tabriz

June 30th, 2010, 09:05 AM	#18
QWECXZ Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tehran Posts: 808 Likes (Received): 5	where is exactly that waterfall located? it looks so beautiful.

June 30th, 2010, 11:45 AM	#19
*FreddyB* Moderator Join Date: May 2010 Location: Təbriz Posts: 2,016 Likes (Received): 42	near the city jolfa.it is like half an hour from jolfa to that place. __________________ The Great Tabriz

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