The official welcoming ceremony of Mr.Abdullah Gul, the President of Turkey took place

The official welcoming ceremony took place for Mr.Abdullah Gul, the President of the Republic of Turkey paying the official visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan.

The guard of honor was lined up in honor of the esteemed guest in the square with the state flags of two countries flying high.

The commander of the guard of honor reported to President Ilham Aliyev.

The President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met the President of Turkey Abdullah Gul.

The commander of the guard of honor reported to the President of Turkey.

State anthems of Turkey and Azerbaijan were played.

Heads of states passed in front of the guard of honor.

The President of Turkey greeted the Azerbaijani soldiers.

State and government officials of Azerbaijan have been introduced to President Abdullah Gul, while the Turkish delegation members have been introduced to President Ilham Aliyev.

The guard of honor marched in front of both Presidents with the military march played there.

Both Presidents took the official photo.