What are the highest mountains in Azerbaijan?

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Azerbaijan is a country located in the Caucasus region, and its topography is defined by several significant mountain ranges. The highest peaks in the country are found within the Greater Caucasus range, which forms part of Azerbaijan's northern border.1

The highest mountains in Azerbaijan include:

  • Bazardyuzyu: The highest peak in the country, reaching an elevation of 14,652 feet (4,466 meters).1
  • Shakhdag: A prominent peak within the Greater Caucasus.1
  • Tufan: Another major peak located in the same range.1

In addition to the Greater Caucasus, the Lesser Caucasus system in southwestern Azerbaijan features ranges such as the Shakhdag, Murovdag, and Zangezur, with summits reaching nearly 13,000 feet (4,000 meters). Furthermore, the southeastern part of the country is bordered by the Talish Mountains, where the highest peak is Mount Kyumyurkyoy, rising to 8,176 feet (2,492 meters).1