Shirvan is the ancient name of a historical region that stretched across the territory of modern-day Azerbaijan, from the Kura River valley to the city of Derbent and encompassing the western coast of the Caspian Sea and the southeastern foothills of the Greater Caucasus. People have inhabited this area since time immemorial. In the 2nd century BC, Shirvan was the cradle of Caucasian Albania, whose capital was in the ancient city of Kabala (modern Gabala). This state flourished here for six hundred years until it fell under the influence of Sassanid Iran, which established complete dominance in these areas by the beginning of the 6th century. It was the Sassanids who named the territory Shirvan (Sharvan). The next two centuries were marked for Shirvan by a series of conquests and bloody wars. In the 8th century, Shemakha became the capital of Shirvan, and the Shirvashahs began to rule here. This dynasty stayed here for a long time. It was during the reign of the Shirvanshahs, especially in the Middle Ages, that Shirvan reached its greatest prosperity. People here were engaged in agriculture, grew cotton, extracted oil, produced silk and other fabrics. The most important trade routes passed through the territory of Shirvan, which contributed to the development of trade, crafts and art in the region. Poetry was well developed in Shirvan as early as the 12th century. However, wars did not stop, and Shirvan cities were captured, destroyed and burned more than once. In the middle of the 18th century, a separate Shirvan Khanate was created in Shirvan. The dynamic development of historical events in ancient Shirvan led to the fact that this part of modern Azerbaijan is inhabited by people of various nationalities, with different roots, traditions and cultures. And in this territory there are many interesting historical and archaeological sites that attract a constant flow of tourists to the ancient cities and surrounding villages. In addition, the picturesque nature of the region gets into the very heart of everyone who has visited here once, and calls to return to its bosom again and again.

 Lahij is the pearl of Azerbaijan, preserving wonderful craft traditions.Lahij is a small but very picturesque village in the Ismayilli region of Azerbaijan. The town is a historical and cultural reserve, which is included in one of the most popular tourist routes - the "Great Silk Road". Lahij is one of the most famous Caucasian trade and craft centers, which is famous for the production of various copper utensils decorated with engraved oriental ornaments, as well as the manufacture of hand-made bladed weapons.
Nowadays, Ismailly is a modern city and its suburbs with developed infrastructure, providing comfortable living conditions. There are 3 hospitals, a post office, branches of many banks, restaurants and cafes in the city. Also at the disposal of city residents are museums, a club, libraries, parks, a sports complex, etc. In Ismailly, there is also a motel "Talystan" and a recreation area "Makhsul".
Крепость Джаваншира — расположенную на правобережье Агчая красу и гордость Исмаилов, отделяют 4 км от деревни Талыстан и 7 км – от районного центра. К деревне можно проехать на машине, а одолеть дальнейший путь лишь пешком или на лошади.
In the foothills of the village of Khanagakh in the Ismailli district, there is a maiden tower (qiz qalasi). This tower has supposedly existed since the 16th century. Near the ancient monuments, ordinary life goes on in the village, there is a school, shops, recreation areas, asphalt roads.
The fortress of Haram is located near the village of Sulut (Ismayilli district, Azerbaijan), on the right bank of the Haram River. The area is not very high, but stunningly picturesque. Canyons cut by greenery, sparkling crystals of mountain peaks. The spirit of life hovers over the forests, full of living creatures that have inhabited these places since the beginning of time. You can get to the village of Sulut by car, but you'll have to get to the fortress itself on foot or by horse. 
Many settlements of Ismayilli in Azerbaijan are famous for their ancient defensive structures. In the Galadzhik area, this is the Gasimkhan fortress (IX-XIV centuries), monumentally standing on the river bank. The Gasimkhan fortress is a rare testimony to the architecture and military affairs of the past. The walking distance to this Ismailli fortress is 2 km among miraculous valleys and invigorating air.
The Ashigbayramli Reservoir is a grandiose reservoir with an area of ​​80 hectares and a volume of 3.4 million cubic meters. It is located on the Devebatan River, near the village of Ashigbayramli. Water enters the reservoir, built more than 60 years ago, in 1951, from the Akh-Okh and Ayrichay rivers.
The highest point of Ismailli is Babadag, one of the most famous places of worship in the republic.

The history of the art of creating culinary recipes in Azerbaijan goes back centuries, based on the vast experience of hereditary cooks, preserved to this day. It is not without reason that our country has become famous as a land of long-livers. Scientists explain this phenomenon by the favorable climate, lifestyle, environmentally friendly products and principles of proper nutrition. The most sophisticated gourmets, who come to the republic from different countries of the world, enjoy the sophistication and subtle aroma of dishes of Azerbaijani cuisine.
This cuisine is original and has its own national flavor, which is manifested in the specifics of culinary techniques and traditions of the Azerbaijani feast. In terms of the composition and number of dishes, it is one of the most diverse and healthy, and is distinguished by an abundance of all kinds of meat, fish and vegetable delicacies, complemented by delicate greens and piquant spices. Traditional works of Azerbaijani cuisine are original and unique, they cannot be confused with dishes of other national cuisines.
It is no secret that the culinary art of Azerbaijan enjoys constant popularity. Exclusive Azerbaijani dishes - dolma, bozbash, bozartma, chykhyrtma, khashil, shashlik, piti, pilaf, govurma - are included in the national menus of numerous peoples of the Caucasus.
"Nush olsun!" - "Bon appetit!", you will be told in any corner of Azerbaijan, cordially inviting you to a hearty feast or a real feast of taste. You will hear these good wishes constantly from a variety of people.