Though Turkmenistan is relatively young, being comprised of territories that declared independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, the land is ancient. Once, it was a stop along the Silk Road, where European traders would rest before making the arduous trip to India and China.

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Ertekiler-dunyasi

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Asia

Destinations

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Turkmenistan

If you're looking for adventures away from overpriced and crowded tourist locations, these rarely visited countries might be what you're looking for.

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Camel Farmers near Lac Asal

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Moroni, Comoros: dhow port and the Old Friday Mosque

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Experiences

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Adventures

Turkmenistan

Explore the Wonders of Turkmenistan

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