On October 17, 2020, during the Patriotic War, the Azerbaijani Army, under the leadership of the President and Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev, liberated the city of Fuzuli from occupation. The liberation of the city was a pivotal milestone in the war.
In accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan dated July 31, 2023, October 17 is celebrated as Fuzuli City Day. On this remarkable day, the Presidential Library has prepared a virtual exhibition dedicated to Fuzuli's liberation from occupation.
The exhibition features publications on the history of the Patriotic War, the heroism of the Azerbaijani Army, the restoration of Azerbaijan's territorial integrity, the damage the occupation caused to Garabagh's historical and cultural heritage, and the restoration and construction work carried out in the liberated territories. The books also include publications dedicated to the history of the Fuzuli district, Azerbaijan's cities, and the historical and demographic characteristics of Garabagh and Eastern Zangazur, as well as the region's historical monuments, folklore, and cultural heritage.
The virtual exhibition is significant in promoting Garabagh's historical and cultural heritage and preserving the memory of the Patriotic War. The publications presented here allow interested readers to expand their knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of the region's past and historical events.
On 17 October 2020, the Armed Forces of the Republic of Azerbaijan, under the leadership of President of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev, liberated the…