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Trip Planner :  Asia  /  Turkmenistan  /  Ahal Province  /  Ashgabat

Ashgabat

3.8
Ruins · Landmarks · Monuments
A Soviet-like grid of opulent marble edifices in the center of the desert, Ashgabat paints an unusual picture. Flattened in the 1940s by a violent earthquake, the capital of Turkmenistan has been redeveloped as a exercise in visionary architecture and display of wealth for this recently independent republic. Visit its gleaming white palace, Vegas-style fountains, and lavish museums celebrating the country's heritage, while reeling at the ambition and extraordinary nature of this ever-growing renovation project. Uncover the city by foot, or ride between its many marble bus stops--a cheap option for those wanting to see as much as possible in this city. Plan your trip to Ashgabat and other Turkmenistan destinations using our handy Turkmenistan trip maker app.
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Independence Monument
4.1
Duration: 1 hour
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Parthian Settlement of Nisa
2.9
Duration: 1 hour
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Ashgabat National Museum of History
3.8
Duration: 1 hour
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Gypjak Mosque
4.6
Duration: 1 hour

Hidden gems in Ashgabat

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Kow Ata Underground Lake
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Turkmen Museum of Fine Arts
4.5
Duration: 1 hour
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Geokdepe
4.4
Duration: 1 hour
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Wedding Palace
4.1
Duration: 30 minutes

Historic Sites in Ashgabat

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Ertugrul Gazi Mosque
4.5
Duration: 1 hour
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Seyit Jemaletdin Mosque
3.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Hezreti Osman Mosque
4.3
Duration: 1 hour
Russian Orthodox Church
3.3
Duration: 1 hour

Shopping in Ashgabat

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Tolkuchka-Basar
2.4
Duration: 1 hour
Russian Bazaar
3.0
Duration: 1 hour

Museums in Ashgabat

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Turkmen Carpet Museum
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min

Fun & Games in Ashgabat

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Ashgabat hippodrome
3.3
Duration: 1 hour
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