But the city of Shirvan originated in the 19th century as the Russian village of Zubovka, named in honor of Valerian Zubov, while it was known locally as Qarachukhar.

The rally began in St. Petersburg in the church, and the priests blessed the supreme commander and the Russian-Cossack forces.

[9] Throughout its history, Shirvan has suffered from floods because of its proximity to the river and the relatively low elevation of most of the town.

Oil and gas production and the fuel and energy complex as a whole have been and remain the basis of the city's economy.

The archaeological samples found near the town testify to the settlement of these lands in ancient times.

During archaeological excavations in 2 km from the city, in the lower part of Mishovdag, the remains of a 14th-century urban settlement were discovered.

Found in the craft districts of this city, 12 pottery furnaces have been preserved in very good condition.

[11] The summer months are typically dry and very hot due to Şirvan's semi-desert climate.

[18] The city's residents include: historian Farida Mammadova, footballer Samadagha Shikhlarov and dancer Oksana Rasulova.