Heading to Azerbaijan for a weekend break conjures up a magic carpet extravaganza - A short trip to Central Asia allowed ...

Azerbaijan has a long history of carpet making, with generations of artisans – mostly women – passing on their skills one to another. But the tradition is on the decline today. “Machines distort the ...

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There are a few fascinating things about Azerbaijani culture that make locals immensely proud and eager to showcase to foreigners visiting the country. One of them is carpets, usually presented to ...

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(CNN) — For some, home is where the heart is. In Azerbaijan, however, the saying goes, “xalçam harada, yurdum orada,” meaning “wherever my carpet is, that’s where I live.” Azerbaijan’s love affair ...