Delegation of Euronews TV channel visits Azerbaijan's national museum of history

The guests were informed about the museum. The building constructed in 1895-1897 was a property of Azerbaijani millionaire Haji Zeynalabdin Tagiyev. The building became a museum in 1920. The museum has the collection of items reflecting all periods of Azerbaijan`s history.

In accordance with President Ilham Aliyev`s decree the building was restored to its original appearance.

The visitors viewed the displays concerning Albania, Atropatene and Shirvanshah, historical states in present-day Azerbaijan. Photographs and historical documents reflect the life and activity of famous persons who obtained education with Tagiyev`s support. The museum has over 300,000 items.

The guests saw exhibits of Haji Zeynalabdin Tagiyev memorial museum. Representatives of the channel signed the museum`s guestbook.


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