President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has attended the opening of a chess school in Goychay.

The head of state cut the ribbon symbolizing the opening of the school.

Photo stands reflecting national leader Heydar Aliyev's and President Ilham Aliyev's meetings with sportsmen, including chess players were installed in the foyer of the building.

The President was informed that the building of the school was constructed in 1983. The reconstruction work started here in 2014.

The building houses a 60-seat competition hall, computer and teachers' rooms, and three classrooms.

The head of state was informed that the school enrolls 251 pupils who are served by 11 teachers.