Akhmedkent


Akhmedkent is a rural locality and the administrative centre of Akhmedkentsky Selsoviet, Kaytagsky District, Republic of Dagestan, Russia. The population was 1,023 as of 2010. There are 28 streets.

Geography

Akhmedkent is located 2 km west of Madzhalis by road. Madzhalis and Sanchi are the nearest rural localities.

History

Whilst travelling in the Caucasus, German explorer Samuel Gottlieb Gmelin was taken hostage by Usmey Khan of Khaïtakes and died of ill treatment in captivity in Akhmedkent.

Nationalities

live there.

Notable people