Mirziyoyev visits the ancient mosque in Shusha

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev traveled to the city of Shusha to participate in the informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States, as reported by the President's press service.

The head of state was welcomed by President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan. The leaders of the delegations from the participating countries, accompanied by the leader of Azerbaijan, were introduced to the creative works being carried out in the city of Shusha. The leaders then visited the site of a new modern mosque, the foundation stone of which was laid in 2021, and observed its construction progress.

The presidents also visited the Gavhar Agha Mosque, the first mosque built in Shusha in the 19th century, and assessed the results of the restoration work there.

Mirziyoyev's practical visit to Azerbaijan continues. The main events of the TDT informal summit will take place tomorrow, July 6.

We remind you that it was previously reported that Mirziyoyev had arrived in Azerbaijan.