First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva visited the Georgian National Museum in Tbilisi on April 6 as part of her official engagement in the neighboring country.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the First Vice President was briefed on the museum's extensive collection, which showcases various historical periods of Georgia. The museum's "Stone Age in Georgia" exhibition features critical archaeological heritage, including findings from Dmanisi in the Kvemo Kartli region. These exhibits include human remains and tools dating back approximately 1.8 million years. Additionally, the "Archaeological Treasure" section displays rare jewelry items discovered in Georgia, spanning from the 3rd millennium BC to the 4th century AD.
Following the tour of the exhibitions, a collection titled "A New Look at Cultural Heritage," consisting of five rare carpets produced by Azerkhalcha, was presented to the Georgian National Museum on behalf of First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva. The collection offers a modern interpretation of ancient carpet designs, including the "Nakhchivan" carpet, which synthesizes classical "Khatai" and "Chelebi" motifs. Other notable pieces include the "Achma-Yumma" based on Garabagh school ornaments, the "Garabagh" and "Bandi-Rumi" compositions reflecting universal harmony, the "Hunting" carpet representing Eastern artistic traditions, and a modern interpretation of the "Pazyryk" carpet, the world's oldest known piled carpet with a 2,500-year history.
The leadership of the Georgian National Museum expressed deep gratitude to First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva for the significant donation, noting that these pieces would further enrich the cultural dialogue between Azerbaijan and Georgia. Such cultural exchanges serve as a vital pillar in the strategic partnership between the two nations, highlighting their shared history and deep-rooted Caucasian heritage. The Georgian National Museum, established in 2004, remains the largest cultural institution in the country, preserving the rich tapestry of the region's evolution.
