Quba-Xaçmaz

The Quba-Xaçmaz region is located in northern Azerbaijan, north of the Abşeron region. Its coastal lowlands are dedicated to grain and vegetable cultivation, while extensive orchards surround the towns of Quba and Qusar. The mountainous areas are utilized for grazing, and special breeds of sheep are raised for their skins, which are used in the local fur industry. The city of Quba, situated on the eastern slopes of the Greater Caucasus, was the capital of a khanate in the 18th century. It is known for its fruit production, especially apples, and is a significant center for carpet making, producing carpets considered the finest in Azerbaijan.12