Azerbaijan is a country in the South Caucasus region, at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. Here are some key facts about Azerbaijan:

• Capital: Baku
• Official Language: Azerbaijani (Azeri)
• Currency: Azerbaijani Manat (AZN)
• Geography: It borders Russia, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, and the Caspian Sea.
• Famous Landmarks: Flame Towers, Maiden Tower, Heydar Aliyev Center, Gobustan Rock Art, and the Caspian Sea coastline.
• Economy: Rich in oil and gas, Azerbaijan has a strong energy sector, along with agriculture and tourism.
• Culture: A mix of Eastern and Western influences, with a rich history in music, dance (like Mugham and the traditional Yalli dance), and cuisine (plov, kebabs, and dolma).
• Nature: Known as the “Land of Fire” due to natural gas reserves and burning mountains like Yanar Dag. It also has diverse landscapes, from mountains to lush valleys.