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Biləsuvar
Road sign at the entrance to Bilasuvar Raion
Road sign at the entrance to Bilasuvar Raion
Map of Azerbaijan showing Bilasuvar Raion
Map of Azerbaijan showing Bilasuvar Raion
Country Azerbaijan
Capital Biləsuvar
Area
 • Total 1,397 km2 (539 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 90,300
Postal code
1300
Telephone code 0159

Bilasuvar (Biləsuvar) is a special area, like a district or region, in the country of Azerbaijan. The name "Bilasuvar" comes from the Turkic language. It means "pure water falls." This name makes a lot of sense because there are many rivers in this area.

About Bilasuvar

Bilasuvar is one of the many important regions that make up Azerbaijan. It is located in the southern part of the country. These regions help organize the country and its people.

Where is Bilasuvar Located?

Bilasuvar is in the south of Azerbaijan. It is near the border with another country, Iran. This location makes it an interesting place. The coordinates for Bilasuvar are about 39 degrees North and 48 degrees East. This helps us find it on a map.

What is Bilasuvar Like?

The Bilasuvar region covers an area of about 1,397 square kilometers. That's about 540 square miles. As of 2011, about 90,300 people lived in Bilasuvar. The main town in this region is also called Bilasuvar. It acts as the capital or center of the district.

The Meaning of the Name

The name "Bilasuvar" is very old. It tells us something important about the area. "Pure water falls" suggests that the region has fresh water. This is true, as many rivers flow through Bilasuvar. Water is very important for life and farming.


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