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Geography of Azerbaijan

Hello, little buddy! Today we will talk about the geography of Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan is a country located in the Middle East, near the Caspian Sea. It's a beautiful country with a lot of mountains and valleys.

Think of a big puzzle with different pieces. Azerbaijan has two big pieces of land - one on the west side of the Caspian Sea and the other one on the east side. These two pieces of land are connected by a narrow strip of land.

Now, let's talk about the mountains. Azerbaijan has two big mountain ranges, the Greater Caucasus and the Lesser Caucasus. The Greater Caucasus is on the northern part of the country and has tall peaks that are covered in snow. The Lesser Caucasus is on the southern part and is not as high, but it's still beautiful and has many rivers and waterfalls.

In between these two mountain ranges, there are many beautiful valleys and plains. The valleys are like big bowls surrounded by mountains. They are used to grow crops like wheat, grapes, and fruits.

There is also a big lake called Lake Goygol. It's in the Lesser Caucasus mountains and is very beautiful. People come from all over to see it.

Finally, let's talk about the climate. Azerbaijan has a very diverse climate because of its location. In the mountains, it's very cold and snowy in the winter, while in the southern parts it's hot and dry in the summer. But overall, the weather is mild and pleasant most of the time.

Well, I hope you had fun learning about the geography of Azerbaijan, little buddy! Remember, it's a beautiful country full of mountains, valleys, and a big lake.