World Heritage Site: Historic Centre of Sheki with the Khan’s Palace
Publication Year: 2025
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHE5817C083F8
Summary
A comprehensive analysis of Sheki's toponyms reveals the region's rich linguistic heritage, with a focus on its Azerbaijan-Turkish origins and historical significance. The study synthesizes findings from previous research by historians, geographers, and linguists, examining the structure, semantic features, and artistic aspects of place names in literature. Key insights include the layered history of Sheki's toponyms, which have attracted scholars across disciplines, and their role in reflecting cultural and linguistic evolution. The research employs a critical review of existing scholarly works to highlight patterns and unique characteristics of this toponymic system.
Citation
Ilyasova, J. (2025). From the history of the study of Sheki toponyms. Linguistic Researches, (02), 181. https://doi.org/10.59849/2664-5432.2025.2.181
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