The only business to business outbound event in China dedicated to the Chinese outbound travel and tourism industry, COTTM (China Outbound Travel & Tourism Market), was held its 6th during 28th – 30th April, 2010 in Beijing, China. World Travel Online was the media partner to support and cover the whole exhibition again.

This year the exhibition included 230 exhibitors from 55 different countries, from Australia to Azerbaijan; Croatia to Cuba; Thailand to Tanzania, creating a global platform of destinations and services, and the business opportunities to meet with the key Chinese industry professionals and buyers.

On the interview given by World Travel Online in the media room at the stand of China business Network and World Travel Online, Ms Gulnara Mirzayeva, Director of GEO Travel and Mr. Bakhtiyar Gilinjov, Head Specialist of Ministry of Culture and Tourism introduced the rich tourism resources and visa information on travelling to Azerbaijan to Chinese tourists.

Azerbaijan - a miraculous country with its rich natural resources, ancient culture, history and people; whose lifestyle presents a unique and harmonious combination of the traditions and ceremonies of many different cultures and civilizations. As one of the most ancient sites of human civilization, Azerbaijan has great potential for the development of the tourism industry - with such fascinating sights as ancient cities, palaces, fortresses, mausoleums, and mosques.