Turkmenistan also sits at the heart of the Silk Road, and Merv, an oasis city which began as a trading centre around 4,000 years ago, is a UNESCO-protected world heritage site well worth visiting.

Turkmenistan is shrouded in mystery (Picture: Getty Images) Imagine living in a country where Whatsapp is banned, the internet and Wi-Fi are virtually non-existent, and you can drive any car you ...

Ancient Merv, in modern-day Turkmenistan, is one of the most important cities along the Silk Roads of Central Asia. Founded around the 6th century BCE, it flourished as an administrative, trading, ...

Top Travel. Unveiling the Mysteries and Charm of Turkmenistan’s Scenic Spots. Posted: April 19, 2025 | Last updated: April 19, 2025. Join us on a captivating tour through Turkmenistan, a land ...

Explore the fascinating sites, such as the ancient city of Merv, the captivating Darvaza Gas Crater, and the surreal beauty of the Karakum Desert. Top Travel Posted: April 19, 2025 | Last updated ...

Under this agreement, 10 billion cubic meters (bcm) of gas are to be exported from Turkmenistan to Iraq via Iran through a swap mechanism. Iranian companies are to build a new 125-km gas transfer ...

Tourism plays a crucial role in the economic development of any country, and in Turkmenistan, great efforts have been made to develop this sector,” Agamuradov stated. He also highlighted the growing ...

The tomb of Ahmad Sanjar, erected in 1157 within the medieval confines of Merv amidst the Karakum Desert, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of its namesake ruler. Commissioned by Sanjar’s ...

Located at critical junctures upon the Silk Road, Turkmenistan’s ancient cities of Nisa, Merv and Koneurgench tell the fascinating story of converging world history.

Merv, the City in Present-Day Turkmenistan that was the World’s Largest City in the 12th Century by Guillermo Carvajal February 28, 2024 February 28, 2024. To the south of present-day Turkmenistan, ...