Balakən
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- For the administrative district, see Balakan Rayon.
Balakən | |
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City & Municipality | |
Country | Azerbaijan |
Rayon | Balakan |
Elevation | 378 m (1,240 ft) |
Population (2010)[1] | |
• Total | 10,400 |
Time zone | UTC+4 (AZT) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+5 (AZT) |
Area code | +994 119 |
Website | Official website |
Balakən (also, Balakän, Balakon, Belokan, and Belokany; Azerbaijani: Balakən; Avar: Билкан; Georgian: ბელაქანი) is a city and municipality in, and the capital of, the Balakan Rayon of Azerbaijan.
History
It was once part of the Djaro-Belokani league. In 1965, Balakən gained city status after Azerbaijani government's approval.[2]
Economy
The economy of Balakən is partially agricultural, partially tourist based, with some industries in operation.[2]
Society and Culture
Demography
The demography of Balakan consist of mostly Azerbaijanis, Avars and Georgians (Ingiloys).
Cuisine
Balakən's signature cuisine includes maxara, cüttü, chicken chigirtma and Balakən halva.[2]