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The city originated in the 19th century as the Russian resettlement village Zubovka, named in honor of [[Valerian Zubov]], while it was known locally as Qarachukhar.<ref>{{cite web|title=Russian encyclopedia: Ali Bayramly|url=http://dic.academic.ru/dic.nsf/enc_geo/11074/%D0%90%D0%BB%D0%B8|website=dic.academic.ru|accessdate=16 November 2014|language=Russian}}</ref> Throughout its history, Shirvan changed its names few times. The city was called ''Zubovka'' prior to 1938, then was renamed ''Ali Bayramli'' from 1938 to 2008.<ref>{{cite web|title=Şirvana şəhər statusu verilməsinin 50 illiyi qeyd olundu|url=http://ctv.az/sirvana-s%C9%99h%C9%99r-statusu-verilm%C9%99sinin-50-illiyi-qeyd-olundu-video/|website=ctv.az|accessdate=18 November 2014|language=Azerbaijani}}</ref> |
The city originated in the 19th century as the Russian resettlement village Zubovka, named in honor of [[Valerian Zubov]], while it was known locally as Qarachukhar.<ref>{{cite web|title=Russian encyclopedia: Ali Bayramly|url=http://dic.academic.ru/dic.nsf/enc_geo/11074/%D0%90%D0%BB%D0%B8|website=dic.academic.ru|accessdate=16 November 2014|language=Russian}}</ref> Throughout its history, Shirvan changed its names few times. The city was called ''Zubovka'' prior to 1938, then was renamed ''Ali Bayramli'' from 1938 to 2008.<ref>{{cite web|title=Şirvana şəhər statusu verilməsinin 50 illiyi qeyd olundu|url=http://ctv.az/sirvana-s%C9%99h%C9%99r-statusu-verilm%C9%99sinin-50-illiyi-qeyd-olundu-video/|website=ctv.az|accessdate=18 November 2014|language=Azerbaijani}}</ref> |
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The city was renamed to 'Shirvan' by the decision of the [[Parliament of Azerbaijan]] on April 25, 2008.<ref>[http://www.1news.az/articles.php?item_id=20080425041404173&sec_id=4 Изменились названия двух городов Азербайджана]</ref><ref>[http://news.trendaz.com/index.shtml?show=news&newsid=1172501&lang=EN One of Azerbaijani Big Cities to be Renamed] {{dead link|date=May 2016|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref> 'Shirvan' appears to be derived from ''Shīr'' ({{lang-fa|{{Nastaliq|شیر}}}}, '[[Asiatic lion|Lion]]').<ref name="Geptner1972">{{cite book |author1=Heptner, V. G. |author2=Sludskij, A. A. |orig-year=1972 |year=1992 |title=Mlekopitajuščie Sovetskogo Soiuza. Moskva: Vysšaia Škola |trans-title=Mammals of the Soviet Union. Volume II, Part 2. Carnivora (Hyaenas and Cats) |publisher=Smithsonian Institution and the National Science Foundation |location=Washington DC |chapter=Lion |url=https://archive.org/stream/mammalsofsov221992gept#page/83/mode/2up |pages=82–95}}</ref> |
The city was renamed to 'Shirvan' by the decision of the [[Parliament of Azerbaijan]] on April 25, 2008.<ref>[http://www.1news.az/articles.php?item_id=20080425041404173&sec_id=4 Изменились названия двух городов Азербайджана] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120211174048/http://www.1news.az/articles.php?item_id=20080425041404173&sec_id=4 |date=2012-02-11 }}</ref><ref>[http://news.trendaz.com/index.shtml?show=news&newsid=1172501&lang=EN One of Azerbaijani Big Cities to be Renamed] {{dead link|date=May 2016|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref> 'Shirvan' appears to be derived from ''Shīr'' ({{lang-fa|{{Nastaliq|شیر}}}}, '[[Asiatic lion|Lion]]').<ref name="Geptner1972">{{cite book |author1=Heptner, V. G. |author2=Sludskij, A. A. |orig-year=1972 |year=1992 |title=Mlekopitajuščie Sovetskogo Soiuza. Moskva: Vysšaia Škola |trans-title=Mammals of the Soviet Union. Volume II, Part 2. Carnivora (Hyaenas and Cats) |publisher=Smithsonian Institution and the National Science Foundation |location=Washington DC |chapter=Lion |url=https://archive.org/stream/mammalsofsov221992gept#page/83/mode/2up |pages=82–95}}</ref> |
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Throughout its history, Shirvan has suffered from floods because of its proximity to the river and the relatively low elevation of most of the town.<ref>{{cite web|title=Over 40 schools suspend lessons due to floods in Azerbaijani region|url=http://en.trend.az/azerbaijan/society/1683717.html|website=en.trend.az|accessdate=15 November 2014}}</ref> |
Throughout its history, Shirvan has suffered from floods because of its proximity to the river and the relatively low elevation of most of the town.<ref>{{cite web|title=Over 40 schools suspend lessons due to floods in Azerbaijani region|url=http://en.trend.az/azerbaijan/society/1683717.html|website=en.trend.az|accessdate=15 November 2014}}</ref> |
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- "Əli Bayramlı", "Ali Bairamly", and other variations redirect here; for other places with that name, see Əli Bayramlı (disambiguation).
39°55′55″N 48°55′13″E / 39.93194°N 48.92028°E
Shirvan
Şirvan | |
|---|---|
  Shirvan Location of Shirvan | |
| Coordinates: 39°55′55″N 48°55′13″E / 39.93194°N 48.92028°E | |
| Country |  Azerbaijan |
| City | Shirvan |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Mardan Jamalov |
| Area | |
| • Total | 72.7 km2 (28.1 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 12 m (42 ft) |
| Population (2010)[2] | |
| • Total | 81,200 |
| Time zone | UTC+4 (AZT) |
| Area code | +994 2121 |
| Website | http://www.shirvan-ih.gov.az |
Shirvan (Template:Lang-az) is a city in Azerbaijan, located on the Kura River. The city forms one of the administrative divisions of Azerbaijan.
History
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The city originated in the 19th century as the Russian resettlement village Zubovka, named in honor of Valerian Zubov, while it was known locally as Qarachukhar.[3] Throughout its history, Shirvan changed its names few times. The city was called Zubovka prior to 1938, then was renamed Ali Bayramli from 1938 to 2008.[4]
The city was renamed to 'Shirvan' by the decision of the Parliament of Azerbaijan on April 25, 2008.[5][6] 'Shirvan' appears to be derived from Shīr (Template:Lang-fa, 'Lion').[7]
Throughout its history, Shirvan has suffered from floods because of its proximity to the river and the relatively low elevation of most of the town.[8]
Geography
Climate
The summer months are typically dry and very hot due to Shirvan's semi-desert climate. The temperature can rise to 44 °C often resulting in moderate drought conditions. In contrast, winter is cool but not severe, rarely going below -6 °C.[9]
Administrative divisions
The municipality of Shirvan consists of the city of Shirvan and the municipalities of Bayramly, Chilpagly and Haji Gahramanly.[10] The mayor, presently Mardan Jamalov, embodies the executive power of the city.[11]
Demographics
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Population
- Population 81,200
- Azerbaijanis 68.652 (99.7%) [citation needed]
- Meskhetian Turks 207 (0.3%) [citation needed]
Economy
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Culture
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Transport
Public transport
Shirvan has a large urban transport system, mostly managed by the Ministry of Transportation.
Education
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Notable residents
The city's residents include: historian Farida Mammadova, footballer Samadagha Shikhlarov and dancer Oksana Rasulova.
See also
References
- ^ "Ali Bayramli (Shirvan), Azerbaijan Page". Retrieved 2008-07-03.
- ^ World Gazetteer: Azerbaijan Archived June 22, 2011, at the Wayback Machine – World-Gazetteer.com
- ^ "Russian encyclopedia: Ali Bayramly". dic.academic.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 16 November 2014.
- ^ "Şirvana şəhər statusu verilməsinin 50 illiyi qeyd olundu". ctv.az (in Azerbaijani). Retrieved 18 November 2014.
- ^ Изменились названия двух городов Азербайджана Archived 2012-02-11 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ One of Azerbaijani Big Cities to be Renamed [dead link]
- ^ Heptner, V. G.; Sludskij, A. A. (1992) [1972]. "Lion". Mlekopitajuščie Sovetskogo Soiuza. Moskva: Vysšaia Škola [Mammals of the Soviet Union. Volume II, Part 2. Carnivora (Hyaenas and Cats)]. Washington DC: Smithsonian Institution and the National Science Foundation. pp. 82–95.
- ^ "Over 40 schools suspend lessons due to floods in Azerbaijani region". en.trend.az. Retrieved 15 November 2014.
- ^ Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Azerbaijan: Shirvan
- ^ "Sumqayıt İnzibati-İqtisadi Məhkəməsinin yeni binası". courts.gov.az (in Azerbaijani). Retrieved 12 November 2014.
- ^ "İcra hakimiyyətinin başçısı". shirvan-ih.gov.az (in Azerbaijani). Retrieved 18 November 2014.
External links
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