Photo credit: Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Ashgabat.
Baku, July 16 — The Chairman of the People’s Council of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, paid a visit to Victory Park in Baku today, in a gesture underscoring the deepening ties between Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan.
According to information provided by the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Ashgabat, an honor guard was assembled at the park to welcome the distinguished guest. Chairman Berdimuhamedov laid a wreath at the Victory Monument, paying tribute to the memory of Azerbaijani martyrs and the nation’s historic triumph in the Patriotic War.
During the visit, Azerbaijani officials provided a detailed overview of Victory Park, which was established to commemorate the extraordinary heroism of the Azerbaijani people during the 44-day Patriotic War and to honor the memory of the fallen.
The park, which spans nearly 10 hectares, features a prominent symbolic structure at its entrance — the Victory Arch. Standing 44 meters tall and 22 meters wide, the arch is supported by 44 columns, symbolizing the duration of the war.
Victory Park was officially inaugurated on November 8, 2024, in a ceremony attended by President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva.
The visit by Chairman Berdimuhamedov highlights the shared values and mutual respect between the two nations, as well as their commitment to preserving historical memory and honoring national heroes.
This information was provided by the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Ashgabat.
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