Look at the picture of dervishes. Their robes, sewn from hundreds of vivid fabric pieces, are not merely decorative. This is the jubba al-fuqara.

Ogurja Ada (Ogurjaly adasy) is the largest island in Turkmenistan, as well as the entire Caspian Sea. It is also known as Ogurchinskiy Island. This name was used during the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union.

The Nisa Fortress, located near the city of Ashgabat in Turkmenistan, is an ancient archaeological site that holds great historical and cultural significance. Here are some key details about the Nisa Fortress: The Nisa Fortress, also known as Parthaunisa, was the capital of the Parthian Empire, an ancient kingdom that existed from the 3rd century […]

Ever wondered how Turkmens turned raw camel wool into warm, breathable, water-resistant fabric — centuries before synthetics existed?

In this article we have collected basic information on how to get from Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan through the land checkpoints of Farap, Khodjeyli and Shavat.