Qabala Rayon Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Qabala
Raion
A waterfall in Gabala district of Azerbaijan
Map of Azerbaijan showing Qabala Raion
Country	Azerbaijan
Capital	Qabala
Area
• Total	1,550 km² (600 sq mi)
Population
• Total	93,770
• Density	60.50/km² (156.7/sq mi)
Telephone code	0160

Qabala is a special region, or raion, in the country of Azerbaijan. Its main town, or capital, is the old city of Qəbələ. Long ago, this town was the capital of an ancient kingdom called Caucasian Albania. Qabala is also home to a professional football team, Gabala FC.

Exploring Qabala: A Region in Azerbaijan
- What is a Raion?
- The Capital City: Qəbələ
  - Qəbələ's Ancient History
Sports and Nature in Qabala
- Gabala FC: The Football Team
- Natural Beauty of Qabala
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Exploring Qabala: A Region in Azerbaijan

Qabala is a beautiful part of Azerbaijan. It is known for its amazing nature. The region has tall mountains and green forests. Many rivers flow through the area.

What is a Raion?

A raion is like a district or a county. It is a way to divide a country into smaller parts. This helps to manage different areas. Qabala Raion is one of these important parts of Azerbaijan.

The Capital City: Qəbələ

The main city of the Qabala region is Qəbələ. This city has a very long history. It was once a powerful capital. Today, it is a modern city. It still keeps its ancient charm.

Qəbələ's Ancient History

Thousands of years ago, Qəbələ was a very important place. It was the capital of Caucasian Albania. This was an ancient kingdom. It existed in the Caucasus region. The kingdom was known for its culture. It was also known for its strong leaders.

Sports and Nature in Qabala

Qabala is not just about history. It also has modern attractions. It is a great place for sports. It is also perfect for enjoying nature.

Gabala FC: The Football Team

Qabala is proud of its professional football team. They are called Gabala FC. The team plays in Azerbaijan's top league. They represent the region in sports. Many fans cheer for them.

Natural Beauty of Qabala

The Qabala region is famous for its stunning nature. You can find beautiful waterfalls here. There are also calm lakes. The forests are full of different trees. It is a wonderful place to visit. Many people enjoy hiking and exploring.