Ashgabat

Turkmenistan's capital is Ashgabat. It is famed for its massive national monuments and white marble buildings. The enormous Ruhy Mosque, to the northwest, with a massive gilded dome. The Artogrul Gazi Mosque in the center is styled after Istanbul's Blue Mosque. The Turkmen Carpet Museum has examples of traditional weaving on display. The Wedding Palace is made up of a number of star-shaped layers that are crowned by a massive golden globe.

It is one of the most fascinating destinations to visit! Did you know that Ashgabat has the Guinness World Record for the largest concentration of white marble-clad buildings? The city also holds the record for the most fountain pools in a public location, as well as a slew of other oddities. A day trip from Ashgabat could include a visit to the ancient ruins of Old Nisa or a visit to a horse farm where the famous Akhal Teke Horses can be seen.

Location: Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
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