Altigach National Park is a unique nature and biodiversity center located in the foothills of the Greater Caucasus in Azerbaijan. The park features mountain forests, meadows, semi-desert, and forest-steppe landscapes, along with rare plant and animal species, including those listed in the "Red Book." Altigach National Park offers an unforgettable ecotourism experience for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and mountain hikers.
Altigach National Park was established on August 31, 2004, and holds a special place on Azerbaijan's ecological map. The park is located in the foothills of the Greater Caucasus, in the Khizi district, and covers an area of 11,035 hectares. It features mountain forests, mountain meadows, semi-desert, and forest-steppe landscapes, making it a rare and rich ecosystem.
The park's plant cover is very rich. Caucasian hornbeam (Carpinus caucasica), ash (Fraxinus excelsior), Oriental beech (Fagus orientalis), medlar (Mespilus germanica), barberry (Berberis vulgaris), hawthorn (Crataegus pentagyna), and other plant species are preserved in their natural habitat. These plants play an important role in protecting biodiversity and providing shelter for animal species.
Altigach National Park is also home to rare and protected animal species. It hosts gray wolf, wild boar, quail, raccoon, European hare, fox, pine marten, ring ouzel, wood pigeon, partridge, and other species. Species listed in the “Red Book,” such as brown bear, lynx, roe deer, bearded vulture, black kite, stinking juniper, Caucasian violet, and sharp-toothed iris deserve special attention.
Altigach National Park is an ideal place for nature lovers, mountain hikers, and birdwatchers. Visitors can enjoy mountain views, forest and semi-desert landscapes, and observe rare plant and animal species. The park's protected nature allows future generations to experience this rare natural heritage of Azerbaijan.
