Located in Central Asia, Turkmenistan is known for its archaeological ruins such as those at Nisa and Merv. The country sits along the famous Silk Road which connects Asia to Europe. Summers are hot in this country while winters bring freezing temperature.
Key Facts About Turkmenistan
| Location | Located Southwest of the Central Asia region – bordered by Kazakhstan to the northwest, Uzbekistan to the north and east, Afghanistan to the southeast, Iran to the south, and the Caspian Sea to the west. |
| Capital | Ashgabat |
| Currency | Turkmenistan Manat |
| Currency Conversion | 1TMT = 0.29USD |
| Climate | Arid continental, with cold winters and scorchingly hot, sunny summers |
| Population | 6 million (2019 est.) |
| Religion | Mostly Muslims |
| Language | Turkmen & Russian are the National Languages |
Top Tourist Attractions in Tajikistan
- Karakum Desert
- Door to Hell / Darvasa Gas Crater
- Parthian Fortresses of Nisa
- Merv
- Gypjak Mosque
- Ertugrul Gazi Mosque
- National Museum of History
- Caspian Sea
- Tolkuchka Bazaar
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