International Travelers Visit Karabakh to Witness Restoration Efforts

A delegation of world-renowned international travelers from eight countries, led by Kolja Sporin of the Extreme Traveler International Congress, has begun a two-day visit to Azerbaijan's Karabakh region, traveling along a route that includes Aghdam, Khankendi, Lachin, Shusha, and Fuzuli. This marks the fifteenth visit organized by leading international travel clubs between 2021 and 2025 to promote the liberated territories through "black tourism" and showcase the significant reconstruction and restoration efforts underway. Visitors, including Charles Veley, founder of the Most Traveled People network, have expressed admiration for the rapid pace of development and the preservation of historical heritage in the region. Restoration work in Karabakh, particularly in Aghdam, has been described as impressive, with ongoing efforts such as mine clearance creating a safer environment for residents and visitors alike. Approximately six cities, two settlements, and twenty villages have been rebuilt, with nearly 60,000 people resettled, reflecting Azerbaijan's unique post-conflict urban development model. These developments have turned Karabakh into a continuous attraction for international travelers, who note the modern, European atmosphere and the openness of the local population.