The role of Nikoloz Baratashvili in relations between Nakhchivan and Georgia - PHOTOS

Nakhchivan is an inseparable part of Azerbaijan with a rich and ancient history as cultural center. Nakhchivan has always had close relations with neighboring countries in various fields. The Georgian poet and public figure Nikoloz Baratashvili played a significant role in  the strengthening of relations between Nakhchivan and Georgia during the period of the Nakhchivan khanate. Nikoloz Baratashvili lived and worked as an official in Nakhchivan and he personally participated in the literary circle “Ulfati-majlis” that was organized by the daughter of Ehsan Khan, poet Goncabayim. İn his letter addressed to his cousin Maiko Orbeliani in 1845, he touched on Nakhchivan and Khan’s daughter, Gonchabayim. Nicolaz Baratashvili loved very much Azerbaijani music and listened gladly to Nakhchivan singers. His father also worked in the Caucasus; the Baratashvilis spoke Azerbaijani and were frequent visitors to Azerbaijan, where they spent time with the locals.

Chairman of the Supreme Assembly of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Vasif Talibov started focusing on the protection of national, historical and moral values in the republic in 1995. Relations between Nakhchivan and Georgia’s Ajaria province, which were initiated by Talibov, have served to restore the historical and cultural ties between the two countries. Mutual visits and meetings between  the country’s officials are useful for the exchange of ideas.

The study, research and  promotion of relations between Georgia and Nakhchivan are significant priorities for both countries.

Susanbar Aghamaliyeva

PhD in Philology