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    Mirza Fatali Akhundzada, Shaki, AZ5503
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"Dairevi (Round) temple" (Shaki) - It is the Christian architecture monument belonging to Azerbaijan Caucasian Albania period. The construction of primary form of the temple is supposed to be done till VIII century. This time coincides with II stage of wider spreading of Christianity in Albania. Repair-restoration works have been carried out in the temple repeatedly. It is known that even dervish Mahammad has carried out the repair works Chalabi khan’s period by some historical sources. But after Azerbaijan was occupied by Russia constructive changes have been carried out in Dairevi temple in the central city of the province - Nukha and it has been used as the church of the Russian soldiers. Top of the temple remaining its primary appearance is completed with the cupola.
Temple consists of 4 halls. Museum of National Application Art was opened in this building in 1985, 9th of June.

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