Guba

Quba (also known as Guba and Kuba) is a city and a rayon in northeastern Azerbaijan. It is located on the Kudyal River at 41.37°N, 48.50°E.

The fertile region surrounding Quba is best known for its production of apples.

Noted residents

Abbasqulu Bakikhanov (also spelled Bakixanov or Bakikhanli), a 19th century writer, historian and philosopher, is one of most well known men in Azerbaijan and lived in Quba. His museum is located in Amsar, a village in the Quba rayon.

Population

• 1989 – 20,800
• 2004 – 22,300 (estimated)