Azerbaijan cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 15 January 2025.
This is the best list of 4985 cities in the Azerbaijan available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).
Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.
Here is an example of the data from the Azerbaijan file that you are going to retrieve. The data is displayed here in the form of a table:
Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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584644 | Yukhary Angelan | Angelan,Yukhary Angelan,Yuxari Angilan,Yuxarı Əngilan | AZ | Xızı | 40.82653 | 49.02799 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147698 | Qovuşuq | Karmrasen,Karmrashen,Kavyshykh,Kovushuk,Kovushut,Qovusuq,Qovuşuq,Ковушук,Կարմրաշեն | AZ | Laçın | 39.87572 | 46.2357 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586620 | Cücük | Chodzhuk,Cucuk,Cücük,Dzhyudzhyuk | AZ | Ağdaş | 40.60561 | 47.43482 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586588 | Fadılı | Fadili,Fadily,Fadyly,Fadılı | AZ | Goygol Rayon | 40.65247 | 46.2098 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
11913343 | Abasallı | Abasalli,Abasallı | AZ | Yardımlı | 38.8831 | 48.07554 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
587151 | Askipara | Askipara,Oskepar,Voskepar,Əskipara,Аскипара,Ոսկեպար | AZ | Tǝrtǝr | 40.31097 | 46.95599 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148002 | İbadulla | Ibadulla,İbadulla | AZ | Nakhichevan | Sharur Rayon | 39.48438 | 44.99541 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
9887803 | Xaspolad | Khaspolad,Xaspolad | AZ | Quba | 41.25564 | 48.71324 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
8621846 | Nord | Nord | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.63179 | 48.81335 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585263 | Pirili | Pirili | AZ | Ağstafa | 41.20447 | 45.39328 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
587099 | Badzhirovan | Baciravan,Badzhiravan,Badzhirovan,Bəcirəvan | AZ | Barda | 40.21089 | 47.21736 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147273 | Salmanlı | Mashad-Salmanly,Salmanli,Salmanly,Salmanlı | AZ | Salyan | 39.68915 | 48.94891 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585884 | Kirovkend | Anvar Mammadxanli,Kirovkand,Kirovkend,Kirovkənd,Ənvər Məmmədxanlı | AZ | Ucar | 40.46204 | 47.78503 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148326 | Babagil | Babagil,Bobogil,Byubogil’,Byubogil’ | AZ | Lerik | 38.79814 | 48.51111 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
584880 | Talışnuru | Talisnuru,Talysh-Nuri,Talyshnuru,Talysh”-Nuri,Talışnuru | AZ | Şamaxı | 40.76976 | 48.66061 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147094 | Tağaser | T’aghaser,T’aghaserr,Tagaser,Tagasir,Tağaser,Tʻagaser,T’aghaser,T’aghaserr,Тагасер,Թաղասեռ,Թաղասեր | AZ | Khojavend | 39.52001 | 47.01 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586183 | Qaraqaya | Karakaya,Qaraqaya | AZ | İsmayıllı | 40.79613 | 48.30729 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148158 | Şahbulaq | Cagazur,Cağazur,Dzhagadzur,Dzhagazur,Dzhagazyr,Sahbulaq,Şahbulaq | AZ | Nakhichevan | Sharur Rayon | 39.65329 | 45.14746 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
148618 | Agdamkent | Agdam,Agdamkand,Agdamkend,Agdamkent,Aghdamk’end,Aghdamk’end,Ağdamkǝnd,Ağdamkənd,Агдам,Агдамкенд,Աղդամքենդ | AZ | Ağdam | 40.00198 | 46.95447 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586314 | İtitala | Iti-Talaoba,Ititala,İtitala,Ититала | AZ | Balakǝn | 41.58134 | 46.36727 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148247 | Dağdağan | Dagdagan,Dağdağan,K’arrasni,K’rasni,K’rrasni,Krasni,Krasny,Kʻarasni,Kʻrasni,K’arrasni,K’rasni,K’rrasni,Дагдаган,Красны,Քառասնի,Քռասնի,Քրասնի | AZ | Xocalı | 39.79666 | 46.82361 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148283 | Çanaqbulaq | Canaqbulaq,Chanakhbulak,Çanaqbulaq | AZ | Yardımlı | 39.02069 | 48.37343 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
146912 | Yurdçu | Yurdchu,Yurdcu,Yurdçu,Yurtchi | AZ | Nakhichevan | Kangarli Rayon | 39.4089 | 45.15001 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
584965 | Şıxımlı | Shikhimly,Shykhymly,Siximli,Şıxımlı | AZ | Kürdǝmir | 40.36232 | 48.1822 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
799678 | Orta Salahlı | Orta Salahli,Orta Salahlı,Orta-Salakhly | AZ | Ağstafa | 41.21194 | 45.38167 | 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 | ||
148482 | Nizhnyaya Bilinya | Asagi Bilna,Ashagy Bil’nya,Ashagy Bil’nya,Aşağı Bilnə,Bilna,Bilnə,Nizhnyaya Bilinya | AZ | Lerik | 38.81533 | 48.43863 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148591 | Axtaçı | Akhtachi-Shaumyan,Akhtachy Shaumyan,Axtaci,Axtaci Saumyan,Axtaçı,Axtaçı Şaumyan | AZ | Sabirabad | 39.96657 | 48.71121 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147241 | Seyidbazar | Seidbazar,Seyidbazar | AZ | Jalilabad | 39.16867 | 48.4331 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585684 | Qurdbayram | Kurdbayram,Kyurd-Bayram,Kürdbayram,Qurdbayram | AZ | Kürdǝmir | 40.51154 | 48.09123 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585555 | Mazıx | Katekh,Macekh,Matsekh,Matsex,Mazix,Mazykh,Mazıx,Катех,Мацех | AZ | Zaqatala | 41.65832 | 46.5816 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585829 | Kolayır | Kolair,Kolayir,Kolayır | AZ | Samux | 40.76009 | 46.38235 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
8473733 | Yusifli | Yusifli | AZ | Masally | 38.98146 | 48.66432 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
587157 | Ashagy Zeynaddin | Asagi Zeynaddin,Ashagy Zeynaddin,Aşağı Zeynəddin | AZ | Ağdaş | 40.65682 | 47.44089 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
587029 | Bayandur | Bajandur,Bayandur,Pitomnik,Баяндур | AZ | Tǝrtǝr | 40.33048 | 46.99425 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148163 | Dzhafarkuluushagy | Dzhafargulu-Ushagy,Dzhafarkuluushagy | AZ | Zǝngilan | 39.16719 | 46.65141 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148284 | Chalovly | Chalovlu,Chalovly | AZ | Shirvan | 39.86667 | 49.3 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
824057 | Orta Ceyrançöl | Dzheyranchel’,Dzheyranchël’,Orta Ceyrancol,Orta Ceyrançöl | AZ | Tovuz | 41.10997 | 45.86064 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585420 | Müdri | Mjudri,Mudri,Muedri,Myudri,Myudry,Müdri,Мюдри | AZ | İsmayıllı | 40.87202 | 48.33167 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
587214 | Armenatkyshlak | Armenatkyshlak,Ermenet-Kishlakh | AZ | Oğuz | 41.02083 | 47.48417 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
146975 | Vistan | Vistan,Vistən | AZ | Lerik | 38.82565 | 48.48779 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148241 | Tambalau | Dambalov,Dəmbəlov,Tambalau | AZ | Masally | 38.97843 | 48.53274 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586540 | Hacılar | Gadzhylar,Hacilar,Hacılar | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.43966 | 48.90455 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147443 | Myursagulu | Mursa-Kuli,Mursaqulu,Myursagulu,Mürsəqulu | AZ | Neftçala | 39.3289 | 48.80268 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585034 | Shekerbeyli | Sakarbay,Shekerbey,Shekerbeyli,Şəkərbəy | AZ | Gǝdǝbǝy | 40.60949 | 45.72779 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
11783942 | Viləşə | Vilasa,Viləşə | AZ | Astara | 38.6044 | 48.7492 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147221 | Seytas | Sejtas,Seyt’as,Seytas,Seyt’as,Zeyt’a,Zeytʻa,Zeyt’a,Сейтас,Զեյթա,Սեյթաս | AZ | Qubadlı | 39.3867 | 46.42139 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585643 | Lemberan | Lambaran,Lanbaran,Lemberan,Lǝnbǝran,Lənbəran,Mammadli,Mämmädli,Лемберан | AZ | Barda | 40.21831 | 47.31237 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
11312748 | Zvar | Zvar,Զվար | AZ | Nakhichevan | Ordubad Rayon | 39.0473 | 46.02508 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
388658 | Yuxarı Aran | Komsomol,Yuxari Aran,Yuxarı Aran | AZ | Beyləqan | 39.7327 | 47.65764 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586434 | Qocalı | Godzhaly,Kodzhahi,Qocali,Qocalı,Годжалы | AZ | Kürdǝmir | 40.06699 | 48.26028 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147893 | İkinci Qaralı | Ikinci Qarali,Karally Vtoryye,Karaly Vtoryye,İkinci Qaralı | AZ | Neftçala | 39.45703 | 49.02952 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148202 | Didivar | Didivar,Diduvar | AZ | Nakhichevan | Babek Rayon | 39.30561 | 45.43611 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
585229 | Qarasu | Gadzhiyevo,Karasu,Qarasu,Карасу | AZ | Hacıqabul | 40.16465 | 48.67807 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
584704 | Yanıqlı | Vezirly,Yaniqli,Yanykhly,Yanıqlı | AZ | Tovuz | 40.8432 | 45.6803 | 2395 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
587394 | Ağaşirinoba | Agashirinoba,Agasirinoba,Ağaşirinoba | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.51988 | 48.68196 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586834 | Chobankend | Chobankend,Cobankand,Çobankənd | AZ | Gǝdǝbǝy | 40.5628 | 45.58315 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585714 | Qıraqlı | Kyragly,Kyrakhly,Qiraqli,Qıraqlı | AZ | Xaçmaz | 41.49281 | 48.63953 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586870 | Birinci Çaylı | Birinci Cayli,Birinci Çaylı,Cayli,Chajly,Chayly,Chayly Pervyy,Chayly Pervyye,Çaylı,Чайлы | AZ | Şamaxı | 40.46728 | 48.70893 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586922 | Qaragüney | Byazirkhana,Karagjunej,Karagyuney,Qaraguney,Qaragüney,Карагюней | AZ | Kalbajar | 40.14364 | 46.193 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
395690 | Mayak | Mayak | AZ | Beyləqan | 39.76102 | 47.6808 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
8606512 | Sofular | Sofular | AZ | Tovuz | 40.77999 | 45.62428 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
8724245 | Ketyuklyu | Ketyuklyu,Kotuklu,Kötüklü | AZ | Qǝbǝlǝ | 40.98784 | 47.70598 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
824431 | Soyuqbulaq | Soyukbulak,Soyuqbulaq,Tsivi-Tskaro | AZ | Ağstafa | 41.32279 | 45.26974 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148527 | Anzolu | Anzoli,Anzolu | AZ | Lerik | 38.69314 | 48.4843 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586449 | Hil | Gil’,Gil’,Hil,Гиль | AZ | Qusar | 41.46768 | 48.34437 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
8475117 | Tatova | Tatova | AZ | Lənkəran | 38.82852 | 48.77914 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585977 | Khanegya | Khanaga,Khanagyakh,Khanegya,Xanagah,Xanəgah | AZ | İsmayıllı | 40.84911 | 48.14586 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
801191 | Kyurt-Dam | Kyurt-Dam | AZ | Kalbajar | 40.26194 | 46.10306 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147547 | Maşxan | Mashkhan,Masxan,Maşxan | AZ | Astara | 38.54924 | 48.8203 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
11912457 | Soltanabad | Soltanabad | AZ | Saatlı | 39.84204 | 48.63328 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
8655931 | Nerk’in T’aghavard | Nerk’in T’aghavard,Nerkʻin Tʻagavard,Nerk’in T’aghavard,Ներքին Թաղավարդ | AZ | Khojavend | 39.66975 | 46.93244 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
8548827 | Melikumudlu | Malikumudlu,Melikumudlu,Məlikumudlu | AZ | Zərdab | 40.32852 | 47.73898 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586676 | Calut | Calut,Dzhalut | AZ | Oğuz | 41.0748 | 47.42641 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
146895 | Zardabara | Zardabara,Zərdəbərə | AZ | Lerik | 38.77684 | 48.33895 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
9887863 | Liman | Liman | AZ | Shabran | 41.26443 | 48.99258 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147001 | Vank | Vang,Vank,Vank’,Vank’,Vanq,Vəng,Ванк,Վանք | AZ | Khojavend | 39.51148 | 47.02365 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
9887963 | Cadarı | Cadari,Cadarı | AZ | Quba | 41.24644 | 48.61011 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148417 | Babalı | Babali,Babaly,Babalı | AZ | Jalilabad | 39.24322 | 48.336 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147191 | Şekercik | Sekercik,Shakardzhik,Shekerdzhik,Şekercik,Шекерджик | AZ | Füzuli | 39.60652 | 47.16254 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586037 | Kyandoba | Kandoba,Kendoba,Kyandoba,Kǝndoba,Kəndoba,Кендоба | AZ | Ağsu | 40.40328 | 48.4446 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
587318 | Ali-Bayramly | Ali-Bayramly,Mollacalilli,Mollacəlilli,Yeni Alibayramli,Yeni Əlibayramlı,Yeni-Alibayramly | AZ | Goygol Rayon | 40.58886 | 46.37493 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
146872 | Zor | Dzorak,Jorak,Zor,Зор,Ձորակ | AZ | Qubadlı | 39.30388 | 46.54855 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586433 | Gomuşçu | Gomuscu,Gomushchu,Gomuşçu,Tomushi | AZ | Sabirabad | 40.05111 | 48.39361 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586322 | İsmayılabad | Ismailabad,Ismayilabad,İsmayılabad | AZ | Yevlax | 40.57915 | 47.09296 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
824619 | Meyveli | Meyvali,Meyveli,Meyvəli | AZ | Yevlax | 40.75691 | 47.27451 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147003 | Venend | Vanand,Venend,Vənənd | AZ | Nakhichevan | Ordubad Rayon | 38.94523 | 45.92474 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | |
586628 | Cülyan | Culyan,Cülyan,Dzhul’yan,Dzhul’yan,Dzhyul’yan,Dzhyul’yan | AZ | İsmayıllı | 40.81628 | 48.17254 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586615 | Emir | Amir,Emir,Əmir | AZ | Gǝdǝbǝy | 40.57937 | 45.68091 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
586871 | Çaylı | Cayli,Chayli,Çaylı | AZ | Hacıqabul | 40.2 | 48.93333 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
587399 | Ağamalılar | Agamalilar,Agamalylar,Ağamalilar,Ağamalılar,Tsnidr,Агамалылар | AZ | İmişli | 40.09491 | 47.8152 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147480 | Mollakend | Mollakand,Mollakend,Mollakənd | AZ | Lənkəran | 38.7169 | 48.73474 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
395737 | Ismailbeyli | Ismailbeyli,Ismayibayli,İsmayıbəylı | AZ | Ağdam | 39.93783 | 47.01023 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
11783687 | Ürgə | Urga,Ürgə | AZ | Lənkəran | 38.82312 | 48.81943 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
148616 | Ağdaş | Agdas,Agdash,Ağdaş,Агдас | AZ | Jalilabad | 39.11973 | 48.4935 | 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 | ||
585056 | Şamlıq | Samliq,Shamlykh,Şamlıq | AZ | Tovuz | 40.71751 | 45.54752 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
147027 | Tank | Dagdosu,Dağdöşü,Tak,Tank,Tjak’,Tyak,Tyak’,Tyak’,Тякь,Տակ,Տյակ,Տյաք | AZ | Khojavend | 39.50321 | 47.03817 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
393871 | Gyuleberd | Cagkaberd,Gjulebird,Gulabird,Gyuleberd,Gyulebird,Güləbird,Tsaghkaberd,Гюлебирд,Ծաղկաբերդ | AZ | Laçın | 39.48458 | 46.60912 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place | ||
585709 | Qırıqlı | Kyrykhly,Kyrykly,Qiriqli,Qırıqlı | AZ | Goygol Rayon | 40.66272 | 46.26259 | 0 | Asia/Baku | populated place |
Azerbaijan: A Geographical Exploration and Data Resource
Understanding Azerbaijan’s Geographical Diversity
Azerbaijan, a country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, is characterized by its diverse geography, ranging from the Caspian Sea coast in the east to the towering Caucasus Mountains in the north. The country’s total area of approximately 86,600 square kilometers is home to a striking variety of landscapes, including expansive lowlands, lush river valleys, vast steppes, and high, rugged mountains. This geographical diversity has not only shaped Azerbaijan's climate and biodiversity but also influenced its settlement patterns, economic activities, and strategic importance in the region.
Azerbaijan’s location between Russia, Iran, Armenia, and Georgia provides a natural bridge between the cultures and economies of Europe and Central Asia. The Caspian Sea, the largest enclosed body of water in the world, borders Azerbaijan to the east, making it an important hub for trade, energy production, and marine life. The country’s varied climate, which ranges from semi-arid in the lowlands to colder, more alpine conditions in the mountains, supports a wide range of ecosystems, including rich flora and fauna.
To better understand Azerbaijan’s cities, regions, and departments, it is crucial to map how human activity and development have interacted with this varied terrain. Through my geographic database on Azerbaijan, I provide detailed data on the cities and regions of the country, including their latitude and longitude coordinates, which allows for a deeper exploration of how geographic features shape the lives and activities of the people living there.
The Cities and Regions of Azerbaijan: Urban and Rural Distribution
Azerbaijan is divided into several administrative regions, including 10 economic regions and 59 districts. These regions are home to both bustling urban centers and rural towns, each influenced by their surrounding geography. Baku, the capital and largest city, is located along the Caspian Sea in the Absheron Peninsula, where it serves as the country’s economic, political, and cultural hub. Baku’s strategic location on the coast has made it a key center for trade, oil production, and cultural exchange. The city is a global focal point in the energy sector and has experienced rapid development due to its proximity to oil reserves.
Beyond Baku, Azerbaijan’s other cities reflect the country’s regional diversity. Ganja, located in the west, is Azerbaijan’s second-largest city and serves as an important cultural and industrial center. Situated near the Ganja River and surrounded by foothills, Ganja has a more temperate climate compared to Baku and has historically been a key player in Azerbaijan’s agriculture, manufacturing, and trade.
In contrast, the mountainous region of Sheki in the northwest offers a very different landscape, with its picturesque valleys, rivers, and highland climate. The city of Sheki has long been an important historical and cultural center, known for its medieval architecture and natural beauty.
Each region in Azerbaijan has its own geographic identity, from the fertile lowlands of the Kura River to the remote, arid steppes of Nakhchivan. The distribution of cities across these regions, from the coast to the mountains, provides key insights into how geography influences economic activity, culture, and infrastructure. The geographic database I have developed includes detailed data on the cities, regions, and departments of Azerbaijan, allowing users to analyze the spatial relationships between these areas and their surrounding environments.
Latitude and Longitude: Mapping Azerbaijan’s Cities and Regions
Latitude and longitude coordinates are critical for understanding the precise location of cities and regions in Azerbaijan. These coordinates help geographers and urban planners assess the relationship between cities, the natural environment, and key infrastructure. For instance, Baku’s proximity to the Caspian Sea and its relatively low latitude make it a natural port city with access to global shipping routes, while cities like Ganja and Sheki are positioned in higher altitudes and face different climatic and logistical challenges.
The use of geographic data allows for a clearer understanding of how the country’s topography impacts settlement patterns, resource distribution, and regional development. For example, the flatter regions in the east are better suited to agriculture, while the mountainous regions in the north and west are more prone to energy production (through hydroelectric power) and tourism. Knowing the exact latitude and longitude of these cities helps to visualize their role in the broader geographic context of Azerbaijan.
My geographic database offers precise latitude and longitude data for every major city, town, and region of Azerbaijan. This information can be used to map the country’s infrastructure, explore regional economic strengths, and help researchers and policymakers make informed decisions based on geographic realities.
The Administrative Divisions and Regional Characteristics of Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan’s administrative structure plays a significant role in understanding its geographic distribution. The country is divided into 10 economic regions, which include both urban centers like Baku and Ganja, as well as rural districts in the plains and mountains. These economic regions serve as the backbone of Azerbaijan’s administrative structure and are instrumental in the organization of the country’s resources and infrastructure.
Each region of Azerbaijan has distinct characteristics shaped by its geography. For instance, the capital region, which includes Baku and its surrounding areas, is the economic powerhouse of the country, driven by oil production, trade, and services. In contrast, the western regions, including Ganja and the foothills of the Caucasus, are known for agriculture, particularly the cultivation of fruits and vegetables, while the southeastern regions, such as Lankaran, are influenced by subtropical climates and are renowned for their tea production.
In addition to these economic regions, Azerbaijan is further divided into districts and municipalities, which are the administrative units within each region. The geographic database I have created includes data on these subdivisions, providing latitude and longitude coordinates for each city and town within them. This allows users to gain a more nuanced understanding of the administrative structure of Azerbaijan and how it aligns with the country’s geographical features.
The Role of Geographic Data in Azerbaijan’s Development
Geographic data plays a critical role in understanding and addressing the challenges and opportunities facing Azerbaijan. As the country continues to grow and modernize, accurate geographic data is essential for urban planning, environmental management, and infrastructure development. The geographic database provides detailed insights into the distribution of resources, the availability of land for development, and the environmental conditions that shape each region.
For instance, the Caspian Sea’s proximity to Baku makes it an ideal location for oil exploration and maritime trade, but it also presents challenges related to environmental conservation and infrastructure development. Understanding the geography of Azerbaijan helps policymakers and businesses make informed decisions about land use, natural resource management, and the development of new industries such as tourism and technology.
The data provided in my geographic database offers precise information about Azerbaijan’s cities and regions, helping to guide future growth in a way that is both sustainable and aligned with the country’s natural resources.
Conclusion: Unlocking Azerbaijan’s Geographic Potential
Azerbaijan’s diverse geography offers a wealth of opportunities for study, development, and sustainable growth. From the Caspian coast to the Caucasus Mountains, the geography of Azerbaijan plays a fundamental role in shaping its cities, regions, and economy. Through the comprehensive geographic database I have developed, which includes detailed latitude and longitude coordinates for each city and region, users can gain valuable insights into the spatial relationships that influence the country’s development. This resource is essential for researchers, urban planners, and policymakers looking to make informed decisions that respect Azerbaijan’s unique geography and ensure its continued prosperity.
FaQ about Azerbaijan
- Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
- City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
- Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
- Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
- Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
- Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
- Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
- Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
- Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
- Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
- Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
- Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.