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By Amina Nazarli

Representation of the EU together with the embassies of European countries will celebrate Day of Europe in the southern region of Azerbaijan -- Lankaran on May 6 and 7.

The program of the Day of Europe provides for a lot of interesting cultural events, including an exhibition, concerts and movies that will introduce the inhabitants of this region to European culture.

In addition, next year the EU office planned to implement a number of economic projects in Lankaran, therefore, it is not an accident that the event is held there.

The diplomatic mission also plans to launch a website that disseminates information about the culture and way of life of Europeans. The portal will not contain any information of a political nature. The future resource is aimed at making the European culture and values more recognizable in Azerbaijan.

Lankaran is among the brightest and most beautiful regions of the country. Exquisite architecture, wonderful climate and magnificent landscapes are the hallmarks of the region.

The region occupies the east coast of the Caspian Sea and whole Lankaran lowlands up to Talysh Mountains. On the local shore of the Caspian Sea there are many fine sand beaches. Wet subtropical climate without harsh winters, dry and hot summer and rainy autumn underlie the richness of the local flora and fauna.

Agriculture is the most developed sector here, while the fertile soil of the region is ideal for growing citrus fruits, rice, grapes, tobacco and tea-growing. The region is a home of Azerbaijan's first tea plant, built in 1937.

Another attraction of the city is the lighthouse of the 18th century. Once the Caspian Sea level was much higher, the water came up to the lighthouse. Gradually, the coastline retreated, and now you should move almost half a kilometer from the lighthouse to the sea.

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Amina Nazarli is AzerNews’ staff journalist, follow her on Twitter: @amina_nazarli

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