Lahic, a small traditional village in northern Azerbaijan

Lahij is a village and municipality on the southern slopes of Greater Caucasus within the Ismailli Rayon of Azerbaijan. Population is approximately 860 people who speak the Tat language. Lahij is a notable place in Azerbaijan, with its authentic handicrafts traditions, particularly related to copper. The village`s carpet and rug crafts are also well known in Azerbaijan and the South Caucasus. Lahij has an old sewage system some experts claim that it was built 1000-1500 years ago. Lahij is also one of the most ancient human settlements in Azerbaijan. During the Medieval Period, Lahij became an important centre of craftsmen in Azerbaijan. These skilled craftsmen included jewelers, blacksmiths, carpenters, carpet makers, engravers, painters, tanners, shoemakers and bast shoe makers, sock weavers and others. Many valuable examples of the products of these skills are exhibited in famous museums and collections.

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