Hovsan: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Hovsan can be explored through its coastline, local customs, and historical traces. A public beach recreation area with free access is described as covering approximately five hectares in Hovsan. The available facilities include lifeguard stations, parasols, changing rooms, showers, toilets, pavilions, sun loungers, waste bins, and playgrounds. There are also accessible paths and ramps to the water and the facilities.

Coast

Hovsan Cape is a seaward projection of Hovsan on the southern Absheron Peninsula. The soils of Hovsan are described as clayey, sandy, and saline. Fishermen are described as working along the coast of Hovsan. Hovsan is reported to have a long-standing local fishing activity; both fishing companies and individual fishermen are mentioned.

Culture

The Höcətül ibn Həsən Mosque in Hovsan is dated to 1903. A protected historic bathhouse in Hovsan is described as being approximately 300 to 350 years old and is no longer in operation. Hovsan is also described as having sarcophagus tombs, cist graves, and undeciphered stone inscriptions. Six ovdans are described in Hovsan.

Wedding customs in Hovsan include henna for the groom, setting up a throne for the groom, and visiting a shrine to pray before the marriage.

History

In the 17th century, Hovsan served as a transit route; carts from Turkan and Qala passed through the area.

Local Character

Hovsan is associated with a local onion known as the Hovsan onion. Yerli yaxşılaşdırılmış Hövsan is classified in Azerbaijan as a zoned onion variety.

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