President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, attended the opening of the Mud Volcanoes Tourism Complex in the Gobustan village of the Absheron district.

Fuad Naghiyev, Chairman of the State Tourism Agency of Azerbaijan, informed the head of state on the development of the complex.

The Mud Volcanoes Tourism Complex spans an area of 12 hectares and includes an administrative building. The newly established tourism infrastructure has created over 60 jobs for local residents, particularly those from surrounding areas. The Tourism Information Center at the complex features an exhibition hall and workshop.

The Nature History Exhibition Hall displays a diverse collection, including 98 animal skeletons from Azerbaijan and around the world.

Moreover, the Minerals exhibition features nearly 80 types of minerals found in Azerbaijan.

Additionally, a 110-seat restaurant has been built on the premises.