Tovuz Rayon facts for kids
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Tovuz
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Map of Azerbaijan showing Tovuz Raion
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| Country | Azerbaijan |
| Capital | Tovuz |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,942 km2 (750 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 157,000 |
| Time zone | UTC+4 (AZT) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+5 (AZT) |
Tovuz is a special area, like a district, in the country of Azerbaijan. It's about 360 kilometers (224 miles) away from Baku, which is the capital city of Azerbaijan. A big train track goes right through Tovuz, with a stop called Tovuz Stansiya. Tovuz also shares a border with Armenia near a village named Eli Beli. The main town of this area is also called Tovuz. There are 113 smaller towns and villages in the Tovuz area.
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About Tovuz Raion
Tovuz Raion is one of the many administrative divisions of Azerbaijan. It covers a total area of 1,942 square kilometers. This makes it a fairly large region.
Geography and Location
Tovuz is located in the western part of Azerbaijan. It is quite a distance from the capital city, Baku. The region's border with Armenia is an important geographical feature.
Population and Settlements
About 157,000 people live in Tovuz Raion. These people live in many different places. There are 113 settlements, which include towns and villages, spread across the raion.
Important People from Tovuz
Many people who have made a difference come from Tovuz. One notable person is Ganira Pashayeva.
Ganira Pashayeva
Ganira Pashayeva was a well-known person from Tovuz Raion. She was a Member (MP) in the National Assembly of Azerbaijan. This means she was elected by the people to represent them in the country's main law-making body. She was also a journalist, which means she worked in news and media.
