Turkmenistan - Wikipedia
WebTurkmenistan is a country in Central Asia bordered by Kazakhstan to the northwest, Uzbekistan to the north, east and northeast, Afghanistan to the southeast, Iran to the south and southwest and the Caspian Sea to the west. Ashgabat is the capital and largest city. It is one of the six independent Turkic states.
Turkmenistan | People, Geography, Government, & History
WebApr 13, 2024 · Turkmenistan, second largest country of Central Asia. Though long home to the Turkmens, a nomadic Turkic people, the area did not become a political unit in its own right until its incorporation into the Soviet Union in 1924. Since its independence in 1991 it has been known for its authoritarian and insular government.
Turkmenistan - World Factbook Glyph
Web5 days ago · Demographic profile. While Turkmenistan reputedly has a population of more than 5.6 million, the figure is most likely considerably less. Getting an accurate population estimate for the country is impossible because then President Gurbanguly BERDIMUHAMEDOW withheld the results of the last two censuses.
Turkmenistan country profile - BBC News
WebMar 24, 2023 · Turkmenistan country profile. 24 March 2023. Known for its autocratic government and large gas reserves, Turkmenistan has been an island of stability in restive Central Asia. Despite the gas ...
Turkmenistan travel - Lonely Planet | Asia
WebBy far the most mysterious and unexplored of Central Asia’s 'stans, Turkmenistan became famous for the truly bizarre dictatorship of Saparmyrat Niyazov, who ruled as ‘Turkmenbashi’ (‘leader of the Turkmen’) until his death in 2006. Niyazov covered this little-known desert republic with grandiose monuments and golden statues of himself.
History of Turkmenistan - Wikipedia
WebThe history of Turkmenistan traditionally began with the arrival of Indo-European Iranian tribes around 2000 BC. Early tribes were nomadic or semi-nomadic due to the arid conditions of the region, preventing widespread adoption of agriculture.
Turkmenistan Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WebNov 13, 2023 · Key Facts. Flag. Turkmenistan, located in Central Asia, is a landlocked country. It shares borders with 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. The country encompasses an area of about 491,210 km 2 (189,657 mi 2 ).
Turkmenistan - The World Factbook
WebDec 23, 2021 · Turkmenistan - The World Factbook. Explore All Countries. Turkmenistan. Central Asia. Page last updated: December 23, 2021. Photos of Turkmenistan. View 3 Photos. Introduction. Background. Present-day Turkmenistan covers territory that has been at the crossroads of civilizations for centuries.
Turkmenistan summary | Britannica
WebTurkmenistan, officially Türkmenistan, Country, Central Asia. Area: 189,657 sq mi (491,210 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 7,241,000. Capital: Ashgabat. Turkmen make up three-fourths of the population, with small groups of Uzbeks, Russians, Kazakhs, and Tatars. Language: Turkmen (official).
Turkmenistan – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebTurkmenistan ( Turkmen: Türkmenistan) is one of the most isolated countries in the world and has dubbed itself as the "motherland of neutrality". Formerly a part of the Soviet Union, it is situated in Central Asia and is surrounded by …
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