Aghgol National Park is a unique center of nature and biodiversity in Azerbaijan. The park is located in the Kura-Araz lowland and is rich in semi-desert, lake, and wetland landscapes. It is home to rare plant and animal species, including birds and mammals listed in the "Red Book." Aghgol offers an unforgettable ecotourism experience for nature lovers and birdwatchers.
Aghgol National Park was established on July 5, 2003, and holds an irreplaceable place on Azerbaijan's ecological map. The park is located in the Kura-Araz lowland, within the Agjabadi and Beylagan districts, covering an area of 17,924 hectares. It features a combination of semi-desert landscapes, expansive plains, lakes, and wetland areas, making it rare and unique.
The park's plant cover is also very rich. It is home to species such as wormwood, black saxaul (Halocnemum strobilaceum), Caspian glasswort (Halostachys caspica), Caspian saltbush (Kalidium caspicum), and other plants that are preserved in their natural habitat. These plants play an important role in protecting biodiversity and providing shelter for birds and other wildlife.
Aghgol National Park is also home to many rare and protected animal species. The park hosts common partridge, white-tailed stone-curlew, collared pratincole, little bustard, marbled duck, ferruginous duck, ruddy shelduck, white-fronted goose, pygmy cormorant, wild boar, wolf, and even the viper. Species listed in the “Red Book,” such as the marsh cat, gazelle, white-fronted goose, ferruginous duck, and ruddy shelduck, deserve special attention.
Aghgol National Park is an ideal place for both nature lovers and birdwatchers. Visitors can enjoy views of lakes and wetlands, rare plant cover, and a rich animal world. Because the park's ecosystem and biodiversity are well-preserved, it allows future generations to experience this rare natural heritage.
