page_title: Culture of Azerbaijan
section_title: Zoroastrianism
hierarchical_section_title: Culture of Azerbaijan / Religion / Zoroastrianism
caption_attribution_description: Français&#160;: Bakou. Ateseh-Gah, Indiens adonnes au culte du feu.
context_page_description: The Culture of Azerbaijan developed under the influence of Iranian, Turkic and Caucasian heritage as well as Russian influences due to its former status as a Soviet republic. Today, western influences, including globalized consumer culture, are prevalent.
context_section_description: The history of Zoroastrianism in Azerbaijan goes back to the first millennium BC. Together with the other territories of the Persian Empire, Azerbaijan remained a predominantly Zoroastrian state until the Arab invasion in the 7th century AD. The name Azerbaijan means the "Land of The Eternal Fire" in Middle Persian, a name that is said to have a direct link with Zoroastrianism.
  Today the religion, culture, and traditions of Zoroastrianism remains highly respected in Azerbaijan, and Novruz continues to be the main holiday in the country. Zoroastrianism has left a deep mark in the history of Azerbaijan. Traces of the religion are still visible in Atashgah, Ramana, Khinalyg, and Yanar Dag.
caption: Atashgah, a Zoroastrian Temple in Azerbaijan.
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