Hajigabul

Hajigabul is a town and the administrative centre of the Hacıqabul District in eastern Azerbaijan. It lies on the Kura River lowlands, roughly 100 km south-west of Baku. The area is part of the Shirvan plain, an agricultural region known for cotton and grain farming. The town is named after a historical lake and pilgrimage site.

By Plane

The nearest major airport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD IATA) in Baku, about 100 km north-east.

By Car / Road

Hajigabul is located on the M3 highway connecting Baku to the south. The drive from Baku takes about 1.5 hours. Buses and marshrutkas operate from Baku's bus stations.

The town is compact and walkable.

• Hajigabul Lake — a large lake near the town, a destination for birdwatching and fishing.

• Shirvan plains landscape.

• Birdwatching at Hajigabul Lake — the area is on the Caspian bird migration route.

• Fishing in the lake.

Small local eateries serve Azerbaijani cuisine.

Tea is widely available. Bottled water recommended.

• Baku (100 km north-east) — the capital city with Old City, Flame Towers, and Caspian promenade.
• Shirvan National Park — desert landscape and wildlife.
• Mughan — nearby village.