ETHNIC PANORAMA OF AZERBAIJAN – MOUNTAIN JEWS
Keywords:
Azerbaijani Jews,, ethnic groups,, Mountain Jews,, ethnic minorities,, cultural diversityAbstract
With its rich material cultural heritage and ancient history, Azerbaijan has historically been a homeland of many nations. At different times, representatives of various religious and languages migrated to Azerbaijan. Coexistence, similar lifestyle and mutual understanding gradually pave the way for the creation of unite culture and customs among these nations. Mountain Jews also took a special place among these nations. The main purpose of this article is to study the settlement of Mountain Jews, their rich history and cultural heritage on the basis of existing scientific literature, as well as the materials of Ethnography Fund of the National Museum of History of Azerbaijan.
