President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and his spouse Mehriban Aliyeva attended here the inauguration of the cableway and ski slope № 2 of the Shahdag Winter and Summer Tourism Complex.
The President was told that the construction of the Shahdag Winter and Summer Tourism Complex started in September 2009.
During his visit to Gusar region, President Ilham Aliyev had laid foundation stone for the Complex.
In accordance with President Ilham Aliyev`s instructions, high-level construction works are being carried out in the complex, which is situated 30 km north of Gusar town, in the village of Dagliq Alayan.
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism supervises the construction works.
The construction of the Shahdag Winter and Summer Tourism Complex will create opportunities to indulge in winter sports, including mountain ski.
The construction works are being carried out by teams of local and foreign experts.
Culture and Tourism Minister Abulfas Garayev informed President Ilham Aliyev about the ongoing works.
The Head of State launched the cableway № 2 for testing.
Azerbaijan`s President and his spouse became familiar with the elevator warehouse, as well.
President Ilham Aliyev and his spouse Mehriban Aliyeva skied down the slope.
The Head of State said the construction of the Complex, which is one of the large infrastructure projects being carried out to develop sports and tourism, is of great importance for the country.
Then, President Ilham Aliyev held a meeting with heads of local and foreign companies which are carrying out the construction works.
The constructors informed the Head of State about the ongoing works.
The Azerbaijani President gave relevant instructions to constructors regarding the implementation of the second phase of the project.

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