Shusha: President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited the Mehmandarovs’ Estate Complex in Shusha, as reported by APA. The visit took place on July 17 and highlighted the historical significance of the estate.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the Chairman was informed about the estate’s composition, which includes large and small residential buildings, a family mosque, and a spring. These structures were originally built in the 18th century by the Mehmandarov family, serving as a rare example of Azerbaijan’s architectural heritage.

The estate underwent restoration by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, which began in October 2021. The restoration efforts included work on the family mosque and the spring. Notably, the spring’s roof was reconstructed in its original form and was officially commissioned during President Ilham Aliyev’s visit in September 2022. On May 9, 2023, President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva attended the inauguration of the restored estate complex.

A museum exhibition titled ‘The House of Karabakh Nobility’ was also established at the site. The exhibition recreates the interior of a Karabakh noble’s home and reflects the lifestyle of an intellectual from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. More than 150 antique items were used in curating the exhibition.