The historic Taghli Mosque, dating back to 1261 AH (1845/1846 AD), is located in Zeyid Village. Built by Haji Salim from river stones and bricks, the mosque consists of a main prayer hall, a corridor, and three chambers. Architecturally, it is one of the rare examples in Quba, constructed entirely of stone without using wood or metal structures. Taghli Mosque reflects the cultural and religious heritage of both Zeyid and neighboring villages.
In Zeyid Village, there is an ancient mosque dating back to 1261 AH (1845/1846 AD). The mosque, built from river stones and bricks by Haji Salim, has a special area for the imam, a corridor, and three chambers. Inscriptions in Arabic script on four plaques above show that the mosque was constructed by three master builders brought from Tabriz. According to reports, the gold bricks used were transported from Derbent by horse. The building’s construction also involved Ashiq Khaltanli Tagi (1776–1890). No wood or metal structures were used in the mosque’s construction. Architecturally, Taghli Mosque is a unique example in Quba. It is also said that the same masters built the two-arched bridge on the Gonagkend–Khaltan road. Haji Salim, who earned the trust and respect of not only Zeyid but also neighboring villages through his charitable deeds, passed away during his pilgrimage to Mecca after the mosque’s completion.
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I was born in 1989 in Baku. My deep interest in history guided me toward an academic path, and I began to specialize in this field, conducting in-depth research on various periods of Azerbaijani history. I graduated with distinction from both the bachelor's and master's programs at Baku State University and embarked on an academic career. Working as a teacher, scientific researcher, and scholar, I completed my dissertation on the population during the Safavid period and earned a PhD in History. Currently, I serve as a senior lecturer in Azerbaijani History at Baku Engineering University. My academic work is not confined to the walls of a university. As the author of one book, co-author of five books, a member of the editorial board of one atlas, and editor of seven books, I continue to contribute to the study and dissemination of Azerbaijani history. In addition to being the author of over 30 scholarly articles, I have successfully completed specialization courses on international platforms, including Arizona State University, Stanford University, the University of California, and other prestigious institutions. However, history is not written only in archives — it lives in the peaks of mountains, in forgotten villages, in human destinies. Since 2012, traveling to mountain villages to explore local culture and our ancient heritage has become a true passion for me. Each journey is not only about learning the past but also about uncovering the forgotten pages of our history. I compile my research into articles and strive to share our historical and cultural heritage with a broader audience. I have set out to find traces of the past not just in the pages of books, but in the very soil of our land. History speaks — and I am here to listen and share its story.
