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Azerbaijan-Khanlar
Map of Azerbaijan showing Xanlar raion

Goygol is a beautiful district, also known as a raion, located in the northwestern part of Azerbaijan. It was once called Khanlar. On April 25, 2008, its name was officially changed to Goygol. This new name comes from the famous Lake Goygol, a stunning natural lake found in the area. The main city and capital of the district is also named Goygol.

About Goygol

Goygol district is home to about 54,000 people. The largest town in the district is the city of Goygol itself. Another important town is Hajimelik.

Important Villages

Some of the important villages in Goygol district include:

  • Balchili
  • Gushgara
  • Chayli
  • Mollajalilli
  • Topalhasanli

Images for kids

  • Ilham Aliyev visited Goygol District 4

    Executive Power of Goygol district of Azerbaijan

  • Ilham Aliyev attended the opening of the Goygol Olympic Sports Center 19

    Goygol Olympic Sports Center

  • Maralgol Lake 0

    Maralgol

  • Goygol district. View from the top.2

    Nature of Goygol district

  • Göygöl Milli Parkı (5)

    Goygol National Park

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Raión de Goygol para niños

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