Ashgabat offers a vast choice of children's entertainment. This city is considered the most attractive for families in Turkmenistan. Be sure to take kids to the Turkmen State Puppet Theatre, the only theater of its kind in the country. Performances have been held here literally every day since its opening in 2005. The theater features a very beautiful design and two big halls. After the spectacle, families will have a chance to walk in a picturesque park decorated with many ornamental plants and fountains.
Ashgabat was the capital of the Soviet Turkmen Republic. When USSR collapsed and Turkmenistan became an independent country in 1991, the government decided to limit entry to the country for … Open
Ashgabat is also the country's leader in the number of architectural and historical attractions. Many sightseeing tours of the city start with the Turkmenbashi Ruhi Mosque, the largest … Open
The country's largest and most beautiful amusement park, Turkmenbashi Fairy Tale World, is located here in Ashgabat. It is themed based on local folklore and occupies 33 hectares. For the convenience of visitors, a small train runs through the park's territory. Turkmenbashi Fairy Tale World has dozens of attractions and playgrounds, including a Ferris wheel. Part of the entertainments is in covered pavilions, so it is comfortable to have fun here in any weather. In the amusement park, you can also visit a small ethnographic museum and an aquarium where kids can learn about fish species inhabiting the Caspian Sea.
If you feel like it's time to diversify your tours of historic sites, go check local entertainment centers and picturesque parks. There are also lots of things to do for fans of natural … Open
Inspiration Square is another attractive park area for walks and outdoor recreation. It is a beautiful shady alley framed by many trees and picturesque flower beds. Statues of prominent artists and writers are installed along the entire length of the alley. This is one of the most unusual city squares, so you can take many interesting pictures during a walk.
Shopping in Ashgabat promises to be incredibly interesting. The city has seven large oriental markets, craft workshops, and specialty stores, as well as modern shopping malls. For the best … Open