Cambodian First Lady Pich Chanmony visited Baku's Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on October 13.

Axar.az reports that her tour began with a visit to the Maiden Tower, a historic architectural monument. Pich Chanmony was briefed on the history of the tower's construction.

It was noted that the Maiden Tower was founded in the 7th–6th centuries BC and restored in the 12th century. Standing 28 meters tall and measuring 16–16.5 meters in diameter, the monument consists of a cylindrical main tower and a large supporting structure attached to its southern side. Inside, the guest received detailed information about the tower's internal structure, historical functions and archaeological findings.

During the tour, the Cambodian first lady was also briefed on the Icherisheher State Historical-Architectural Reserve, which is included on UNESCO's World Heritage List, as well as renovation, improvement and restoration work carried out in the area. It was noted that Icherisheher preserves rare architectural monuments dating back to different centuries.

The guest also visited the Dastan brand at the Icherisheher Traditional Arts Center. She was informed about the brand's projects aimed at preserving and promoting Azerbaijan's national heritage, as well as the handicrafts and artworks on display.

The Cambodian first lady also demonstrated her artistic talent at the center.

As a commemorative gift, she received a kelaghayi, a traditional Azerbaijani silk headscarf featuring Icherisheher ornaments, from the Zadagan brand.

Pich Chanmony also visited the BuxarArt art space, where she was presented with a wooden model of the Old City.

The guest toured the Community Center, established to provide residents with opportunities for leisure activities, the recently renovated Ichiçəri public green space, and the house museum of Mir Teymur Mammadov. She was given detailed information about the museum and its artworks.

The Cambodian first lady also visited the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, a masterpiece of medieval Eastern architecture and a historical monument of global significance.

She was informed that the complex was built in the early 15th century and is situated at the highest point of one of the hills in Icherisheher. It is clearly visible from the Caspian Sea and the surrounding heights. The complex has preserved its historical and architectural significance to this day. During the visit, she received a painting from the Dastan brand as a gift.

Pich Chanmony was also introduced to Azerbaijan's first Tea Treasure Museum. It was noted that the museum presents a unique collection showcasing the richness of global tea culture and the domestic and artistic traditions of different peoples in a systematic exhibition for the first time.

One of the project's main features is its combination of global tea culture with Azerbaijan's centuries-old hospitality traditions. Alongside the samovar and pear-shaped glasses, integral elements of the Azerbaijani tea table, the exhibition features a 3,400-year-old clay samovar discovered in the ancient territory of Shaki. This find demonstrates the deep historical roots of the country's tradition of brewing tea with thyme, mint and various spices.

The visit to Icherisheher left a positive impression on Pich Chanmony.

Source: en.axar.az