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An event called "January 20 - the page of honor and heroism of the road to independence" was held.

 

A webinar titled “January 20 – the page of honor and heroism on the road to independence” was held under the joint organization of ANAS Lankaran Regional Scientific Center and “Genocide Memorial Complex”. The director of Lankaran RSC Mehman Aliyev, who gave an introductory speech, noted that the tragedy of January 20, which is a day of sadness and pride in our history, was an honorable day when the nation raised its voice for freedom and showed bravery for its independence. Then the director of the Genocide Memorial Complex, Dr. Rakhshanda Bayramova gave a speech on the topic “The great leader Heydar Aliyev’s political and legal assessment of the January 20 tragedy”. The historian noted that the national leader on January 21, 1990 spoke at a meeting held at the permanent representation of Azerbaijan in Moscow regarding the tragedy and sharply criticized the perpetrators of this massacre. Heydar Aliyev considered this event alien to law, democracy, humanism and contrary to the principles of legal state building announced in the country. It was noted that the January 20 events were given a political and legal assessment on March 29, 1994. In total, more than 20 different scientific workers participated in the webinar.

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In an educational event organized for high school students at the secondary school in Karachay settlement, Guba region, Rakhshanda Bayramova, the director of the "Genocide Memorial Complex" in Guba, delivered a report on "The Role of Young People in Understanding the Historical Truths of Azerbaijan." The event took place on the eve of the 106th anniversary of the Azerbaijani genocide and included the participation of mothers of martyrs and active women from the region. Approximately 50 students were present at the event.

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From the pen of historians - Doctor of Philosophy in History Guntekin Najafli

As a result of the genocidal policy carried out by the Republic of Ararat, which relied on the support of the Great Powers to “cleanse” the South Caucasus, including Eastern Anatolia, of the Turkish-Muslim population, in addition to the Nakhchivan region of Azerbaijan, the villages inhabited by Azerbaijanis in the Iravan region, which is the historical land of Azerbaijan, were completely destroyed. its population was displaced from their homes.
After the failure of the attempts of the Armenians and their patrons to create an independent Armenian state in Eastern Anatolia during the First World War and the withdrawal of Russian troops from Turkish lands as a result of the October coup of 1917, the idea of creating an Armenian state on the territory of the Iravan province began to be realized.
Source: Genocides committed by Armenians against the Turkish-Muslim population in Eastern Anatolia, Nakhchivan and Iravan
(1918-1920)– pp. 40-41
 
 

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According to historians

Kamran Ismayilov, a doctor of philosophy in history, details in his book “Genocide against the Azerbaijani people in Zangezur” that the materials from the Extraordinary Commission of Inquiry, particularly in the report by N. Mikhaylov, provide concrete evidence of Armenian vandalism supported by witness statements. In a horrific incident, Armenian militants targeted the village of Vaghudi (Vaghadi) in the Zangezur district, brutally taking the lives of 400 Muslims who had sought refuge in the mosque. Additionally, 15 young girls from the village resorted to taking their own lives due to unbearable insults. One tragic case involved the daughter of Gadima Tahir, who was killed with a dagger along with her nursing baby. Shaki, one of the largest Turkish villages in the region, witnessed the most brutal crime, with 380 inhabitants losing their lives, including 140 men, 160 women, and 200 children, while 146 people sustained injuries.
Source: Kamran Ismayilov’s “Genocide against the Azerbaijani people in Zangezur” (1918-1920), page 8.

 

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"Ismailli city Juma Mosque"

Ismayilli Mosque, one of the examples of Islamic architecture, is located in the center of the city. The mosque, which is considered an architectural monument of local importance, was built in 1303 (1882) according to the Hijri-lunar calendar.
The temple has a quadrangular shape and is built with ashlar stone. The building has three entrance doors. There is a stone inscription on one of them. The floor of the mosque is made of stone slabs. There are 10 arched windows in the prayer hall. The pulpit of the building is made of wood and consists of eight steps.
As a result of the Armenian genocide in Azerbaijan in 1918, the mosque was destroyed and burned.
The building of the mosque was used as a school, military barracks, prison and warehouse in 1937-1988. In 1989-1990, repair and restoration works were carried out in the mosque and its activities were resumed.
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On December 30, 2023, the Expert Council on the Identification of Immovable Cultural Resources was inaugurated under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture. This landmark initiative was undertaken to facilitate necessary revisions and augmentations to Decision No. 132 of the Cabinet of Ministers, dated August 2, 2001, titled "On approving the division of immovable historical and cultural monuments taken under state protection in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan according to the degree of importance."

Comprising esteemed representatives from various governmental bodies and academic institutions, the Expert Council boasts a comprehensive array of expertise essential for the preservation and development of Azerbaijan’s rich cultural heritage. Among the distinguished members are delegates from the Ministry of Culture, the State Service for the Protection, Development and Restoration of Cultural Heritage (an agency under the ministry’s purview), the State Urban Planning and Architecture Committee, the Baku City Architecture and Urban Planning Main Department, the Baku City Executive Authority, the State Service for Real Estate Affairs (operating under the Ministry of Economy), the State Tourism Agency, Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Union of Architects of Azerbaijan, Institute of Archeology and Anthropology of ANAS, “Icherisheher” State Historical-Architectural Reserve Department, Shusha City State Reserve Department, and the Ministry of Culture of Nakhchivan MR.

Professor Gulchohra Mammadova, the esteemed Rector of Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, has been rightfully elected as the Chairman of the Expert Council, reflecting her profound expertise and leadership acumen in the domain of architectural preservation and cultural heritage management. To ensure efficient coordination and administration, the secretariat of the council has been established within the State Service for the Protection, Development and Restoration of Cultural Heritage.

Concurrently, a dedicated working group comprising experts specializing in architectural and archaeological domains has been assembled under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture. Tasked with the pivotal responsibilities of monitoring, detection, and inventorying of immovable cultural resources in the capital city of Baku, this working group is instrumental in safeguarding and documenting Azerbaijan’s invaluable cultural legacy for posterity.

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Today in history: The first session of the Azerbaijan Parliament

On December 7, 1918, the inaugural session of the first parliament took place in the former Girls’ School building on H.Z. Taghiyev’s “Nikolayev” Street, now known as “Istiglaliyet” Street. M.A. Rasulzade, the Chairman of the National Council of Azerbaijan, officially opened the parliament with a congratulatory speech. The parliament, led by A. Topchubashov as its chairman and Hasanbay Agayev as its first deputy, comprised 120 members.
Although its existence was brief, spanning only 17 months until April 27, 1920, the parliament of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic demonstrated remarkable efficiency. Over this period, it proposed more than 270 bills, of which approximately 230 were successfully approved.
The focus of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic’s Parliament was dedicated to addressing the nation’s socio-economic challenges, safeguarding its political and territorial integrity, reinforcing democratic and legal foundations, obtaining international recognition, and fostering diverse relations with foreign nations. Within the fledgling independent republic, these progressive and democratic laws spanned various aspects of social life, showcasing a commitment to excellence and democratic values.
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" Gazanchi Castle "

Gazanchi Castle is a historical-archaeological monument located north of Gazanchi village of Julfa region, on the shore of Alincechay. The creation of the monument is related to the name of the ancient Kas Turks who settled widely in the territory of Azerbaijan in the 3rd millennium BC. Gazanchi Castle is also associated with the name of Kazan Khan, the protagonist of the “Kitabi-Dada Gorgud” saga. The fortress, which consisted of a multi-level magnificent defense system, had a passageway between the barriers. As is likely, the Kazanchi castle was already built in BC. At the beginning of the 2nd millennium, it was the center of a large tribal community that lived in the Alincechay valley.
The fortress was blown up by Armenian engineers in 1985 under the name of dam construction.
The findings, which include stones, gray and pink clay vessels (jugs, bowls, bowls, etc.) from the ground samples collected from Gazanchi Castle, are stored in the Julfa District History and Local History Museum.