Neftçala
Neftçala is a city and the capital of the Neftchala Rayon of Azerbaijan. In the city, there is palace of culture, regional study museum and gallery museum.Etymology
The city name is of Persian and Azerbaijani origin, meaning oil trench.History
Throughout its history, Neftchala has suffered from floods because of its proximity to the river and the relatively low elevation of most of the town.Geography
The city lies southwest of the delta of the Kura River.Demographics
Culture
Sports
The city has one professional football team, Neftchala, which has competed in the second-flight of Azerbaijani football, the Azerbaijan First Division, but the team is eliminated after 2 years of championship in the Azerbaijan First Division and not getting the license for competing in the Azerbaijan Premier League.Transport
Public transport
Neftchala has a large urban transport system, mostly managed by the Ministry of Transportation.Education
Notable residents
Some of the city's many prestigious residents include: singer Anatollu Ganiyev and World War II hero Aghashirin Jafarov.
