Salyan, Azerbaijan
Salyan (), is a city and the capital of the Salyan District of Azerbaijan. The city of Salyan is industrialized and known for processing caviar. History. The city has been a continuous settlement of "sal" tribe, after whom the city named and occupied by Kura river. Salyan was part of Quba Khanate during 1680 to 1782 and ruled by various khans. Throughout its history, Salyan has suffered from floods because of its proximity to the river and the relatively low elevation of most of the town. Administrative divisions. The municipality of Salyan consists of the city of Salyan. The  mayor, presently Sevindik Hatamov, embodies the executive power of the city. Culture. Sport. Salyan was home to former football teams Plastik Salyan and Mughan. Mughan through its history played in the Azerbaijan Premier League. Transport. Public transport. Salyan has a large urban transport system, mostly managed by the Ministry of Transportation. Notable residents. Some of the city's many prestigious residents include: philosopher Ali bey Huseynzade, mathematician Vagif Guliyev, lieutenant general Rail Rzayev, poet Khalil Rza Uluturk and footballer Samadagha Shikhlarov.