Zərdab (Rayon)

Location of Zərdab Rayon in Azerbaijan

Zərdab (Zardab) is a rayon in northern Azerbaijan . The capital of the district is the city of Zərdab .

geography

The district has an area of ​​856 km² and is up to 11 m below sea level.

population

In 2009, 52,400 people lived in the rayon. These are spread over 40 settlements.

economy

The region is dominated by agriculture. Cotton and grain are grown, and silkworms and cattle are raised. There are also dairies and other food processing plants.

Individual evidence

1. ↑ ^{a b c} Azerbaijan Development Gateway ( Memento of November 14, 2008 in the Internet Archive ) about the rayon
2. ↑ Azerbaijani Statistical Authority ( Memento of November 14, 2010 in the Internet Archive )

Coordinates: 40 ° 18 '  N , 47 ° 42'  E