People's writer Elmira Akhundova shared her memories of Heydar Aliyev.
She said their first meeting took place in Nakhchivan in the winter of 1990-1991.
Aliyev was remembered for his simplicity and sincerity.
Akhundova noted his strong sense of humor.
His greatest contribution to Azerbaijani statehood was the creation of an independent Azerbaijan.
