The tag «“Imarat” Museum Complex of History and Architecture» brings together news about the historical-architectural complex created in the city of Aghdam, which reflects the heritage of the Karabakh Khanate. This section includes materials on the complex's history, its grand opening, restoration works, architectural features, museum exhibits, as well as the destruction and desecration it suffered during the Armenian occupation.
The Imarat Complex (also known as the Panahali Khan Imarat Complex) is a palace complex located in the city of Aghdam that served as the residence of Panahali Khan, founder of the Karabakh Khanate. The complex spans 3.3 hectares and is considered one of the most significant historical and architectural monuments associated with the Javanshir dynasty of Karabakh. The site contains the graves of Panahali Khan, the founder of the khanate, as well as other khans who ruled in different years, including Ibrahim Khalil Khan. At the center of the complex stands the Palace of Panahali Khan, dating back to the 18th century, which was distinguished from other khan's palaces on Azerbaijani territory by its lavish decoration — for which it was also referred to as "Panahali Khan's castle." The territory also includes a park and a visitor center.
During the occupation of the Aghdam district by Armenian armed forces, the Imarat Complex, like many other historical and religious monuments of the region, suffered destruction and desecration. Following the liberation of Aghdam as a result of the Patriotic War, the Azerbaijani side began restoration works at the complex as part of the broader program for the reconstruction of the liberated territories.
President Ilham Aliyev signed an Order «On the establishment of the "Imarat" Museum Complex of History and Architecture in the city of Aghdam», under which the complex was established as a public legal entity. On September 19, 2024, the "Imarat" Museum Complex of History and Architecture was officially opened with the participation of President Ilham Aliyev. Today, "Imarat" functions as an interactive museum, with an exhibition featuring information on the Javanshir dynasty, historical facts about the Karabakh Khanate, as well as materials reflecting the region's cultural heritage.
The Imarat Complex is considered one of Aghdam's main cultural and tourism sites and is seen as a symbol of the city's revival after decades of occupation. Its opening aligns with the state's broader policy of restoring Karabakh's historical and cultural heritage and attracting tourists to the liberated territories.
Materials gathered under this tag may include news about the opening and activities of the museum complex, information on the site's historical significance and the Javanshir dynasty, reports on restoration works, as well as materials covering the destruction the complex suffered during the occupation and its role in Aghdam's revival.
The topic «“Imarat” Museum Complex of History and Architecture» is of interest to journalists covering the reconstruction of Karabakh, historians and local history researchers, museum and cultural heritage specialists, as well as a broad audience interested in the history of the Karabakh Khanate and the modern revival of Azerbaijan's liberated territories.
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