The Mausoleum of Zengi Baba, a 10th–12th century spiritual monument. In Turkmen mythology, Zengi Baba is venerated as the saint and protector of cattle, a figure deeply tied to fertility, prosperity, and the sustaining rhythm of life.
From above, thin, winding lines stretch across the foothills of the Kopetdag Mountains.
They’re qanats — ancient underground aqueducts.
Discover the tale of Sheikh Attar, a legendary healer and sage whose tomb lies in the picturesque village of Nohur, nestled in Turkmenistan's Kopet Dag mountains.
Material evidence of the pre-Islamic beliefs of the nomadic tribes of Central Asia is scattered over a vast area.
The mausoleum of Sheikh Muslihiddin is a pearl of medieval Khujand (Khojent), which, one might say, has miraculously survived to the present day.
Girls’ Education in Turkmenistan in the 20th Century: Overcoming Traditions and Pioneering Change.
Makhtumkuli Fragi is a great poet and philosopher of Turkmenistan, who left an indelible mark on the history and culture of his people.
Turkmenistan became a UNESCO member in 1993, and the country established its National Commission for UNESCO in 1997.
The Oghuz Turks, initially known as the "tribe" in Common Turkic, evolved into the "Muslim Turkmens" by the 10th century, marking their Islamic faith.
Turkmenistan's rich textile heritage isn't limited to clothing. It's the birthplace of "Keteni", a silk fabric that holds immense historical and cultural significance.