Places to visit in Turkmenistan

Ahal Region surrounds the capital zone with Kopet Dag foothills, Nisa, Geokdepe, garden settlements and roads into the Karakum. It is where controlled access, heritage visits, Akhal-Teke horse associations and desert…

Anau is an ancient city in the southwestern part of Turkmenistan, which amazes with its historical heritage and unique architecture. It is located on the banks of the Murghab River and is one of the oldest and most…

Ashgabat is the capital city of Turkmenistan, a country located in Central Asia. Here are some interesting facts about Ashgabat:City of White Marble: Ashgabat is often referred to as the "City of White Marble" due to…

Balkanabat is a picturesque city located in the western part of Turkmenistan on the coast of the Caspian Sea. It is famous for its rich historical heritage, cultural traditions and unique architecture, which make it one…

Balkan Region is Turkmenistan’s western edge, where the Caspian shore, Turkmenbashi port, Balkanabat, oil roads and desert plateaus shape the journey. Yangykala and Dehistan matter here, but fuel, wind, access, vehicle…

Darvaza, also known as the "Gateway to Hell" or "Portal to Hell", is a unique geological phenomenon in Turkmenistan that is impressive in its appearance and mystical charm. This is a huge gas crater that has been…

Dashoguz is a large city in the northern part of Turkmenistan, located in the historical region of Khorezm. The city is famous for its cultural and historical attractions, and is also an important economic and cultural…

Daşoguz Region is northern Turkmenistan shaped by Khorezm memory, Kunya-Urgench, canal-fed fields and border roads toward Uzbekistan. Water explains settlement here more than monuments alone, and pilgrimage keeps old…

Köýtendag is a city located in Lebap Province, Turkmenistan. It serves as the administrative center of the Köýtendag District. The city and district were originally known as Çarşangy but were renamed Köýtendag on…

Lebap Region is eastern Turkmenistan shaped by the Amu Darya. Turkmenabat, Farap links, bridges, rail lines, irrigated land and Koytendag routes make the region feel less like desert spectacle than river infrastructure…

Mary is the third largest city in Turkmenistan, situated in the Karakum desert. It was an important centre on the Silk Road and the capital of a prosperous Margiana region. The city's name changed several times -…

Mary Region is Turkmenistan’s Murghab oasis, where Merv, Mary city, Bayramaly, Gonur Depe and irrigated roads sit inside a desert system. The strongest story begins with water, fields, market life and settlement before…

The city of Tejen is a city oasis thanks to the river Heray Rud which takes its sources in Afghanistan in the mountains of Gobsmacked (Hindu Kush). This river was called in Greek " Arius " and "Tarius" in Latin. The…

Turkmenabat is a dynamically developing city in the eastern part of Turkmenistan, which is famous for its industrial achievements, cultural heritage and hospitality of local residents. This city, the capital of Lebap…

Turkmenbashi is the largest and capital city of Turkmenistan, located on the coast of the Caspian Sea. With its beautiful beaches and seaside resorts, it attracts both locals and tourists from all over the world…