Zoroastrianism in Azerbaijan

Zoroastrianism in Azerbaijan goes back to the first millennium BC or earlier and was the predominant religion of Greater Iran before the conversion to Islam.[1]

Today the religion, culture, and traditions of Zoroastrianism remain highly respected in Azerbaijan, and the new year Nowruz continues to be one of the main holidays in the country. Zoroastrianism has left a deep mark on the history of Azerbaijan. Traces of the religion are still visible in Surakhany,[2] Khinalyg, and Yanar Dag.[citation needed]

  1. ^ Hartz, Paula (2009-01-01). Zoroastrianism. Infobase Publishing. p. 102. ISBN 978-1-4381-1780-5.
  2. ^ "Ateshgahs and Zoroastrians in Azerbaijan: Good thoughts, good words, good deeds". Retrieved 20 July 2012.

© MMXXIII Rich X Search. We shall prevail. All rights reserved. Rich X Search