Lankaran boasts a rich ancient culture, believed to have flourished since the Bronze Age, dating back to the 3rd to the 2nd century BC. It was during the reign of Kara Khan in the early 18th century that the Tailesh culture was established here. Since then, this region has been predominantly inhabited by the Tailesh people. Dozens of historical monuments, tombs, mosques, and castles adorn this city, adding to its mystique and charm. It is a quiet city, characterized by its tranquility, with minimal noise and a relaxed pace.
The name “Lankaran” translates to “embellishment.” There is a Lankaran History Museum that one must visit. The people here are known for their kindness, gentleness, warmth, and caring nature. They are respectful and helpful individuals.
Herodotus, a Greek historian and traveler who originally hailed from the Greek city of Halicarnassus, extensively documented this city and its mystique. Herodotus wrote extensively about the Persian region, as well as Egypt and Western Asia. He sought to delve into human history and the myriad events that shape empires and great civilizations. In this regard, he was a master of Persian and Egyptian history. He extensively traveled the world for years, meticulously documenting events, collecting stories, and conducting interviews for his numerous books. His profound desire was to preserve and document the events that shape humanity and the world at large.
The renowned sisters of Lankaran are known as the Moldova Sisters. They specialize in singing Tyish folk songs and play the drum as their sole instrument. They perform old traditional Tylish music and are a delight to watch. They often visit homes and parties, performing their folk songs and playing their drums. Additionally, they have peculiar and amusing names. The sisters are named Gulbaji, Gulchora, Gulbasak, Guldasta, Kambaji, and Gizmat. Traditional Tylish families typically have many children, though boys are more favored than girls.