Economic regions of Azerbaijan facts for kids
Azerbaijan is a country located where Eastern Europe and Western Asia meet. To help manage its land and resources, Azerbaijan divides itself into special areas called economic regions. These regions help the government plan for things like jobs, farming, and building new projects in different parts of the country.
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Azerbaijan's Economic Regions
Azerbaijan has ten main economic regions. Each region has its own unique features, like different types of land, industries, and populations. These divisions help the country develop each area based on its specific needs and strengths.
Understanding the Regions
Here is a list of Azerbaijan's economic regions, along with their size and population. This information helps us understand how big each region is and how many people live there.
| Map Number | Region Name | Area (square km) | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Absheron | 5,420 | 2,613,300 |
| 2 | Ganja-Qazakh | 12,480 | 1,191,700 |
| 3 | Shaki-Zaqatala | 8,969 | 543,400 |
| 4 | Lankaran | 6,140 | 926,500 |
| 5 | Quba-Khachmaz | 6,960 | 498,400 |
| 6 | Aran | 23,375 | 1,893,036 |
| 7 | Yukhari-Karabakh | 7,253.5 | 628,200 |
| 8 | Kalbajar-Lachin | 6,400 | 231,300 |
| 9 | Mountainous Shirvan | 6,060 | 287,800 |
| 10 | Nakhchivan | 5,550 | 414,900 |
The Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic
Nakhchivan is a special part of Azerbaijan. It is an Autonomous Republic, which means it has its own government and a bit more independence than the other regions. However, it is still part of Azerbaijan. It is separated from the rest of Azerbaijan by other countries.
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Map of economic regions of Azerbaijan (July 2021)
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See also
In Spanish: Regiones económicas de Azerbaiyán para niños
