Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan is a country in Central Asia, Asia. Its capital is Ashgabat, with a population of approximately 6.1M and a total area of 488,100 km². The official language is Turkmen and the currency is the Turkmenistan Manat (TMT).
📊 Quick Facts about Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan covers an area of 488,100 km² with a population density of 13/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $53.3B ($8,738 per capita) and gained independence in 1991. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Turkmenistan's Darvaza gas crater, the Door to Hell, has been burning continuously since Soviet engineers accidentally ignited it in 1971. They expected it to burn out in days. It is still blazing 50+ years later, 70 metres wide and 30 metres deep.
✈️ Travel Information for Turkmenistan
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.
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🏛 Must-See Places in Turkmenistan
A 70m wide flaming crater that has burned continuously since 1971, one of the world's most surreal sights
UNESCO once the largest city in the world, a Silk Road metropolis with 1,000 years of history
A bizarre capital of white marble monuments, gold statues and empty boulevards, North Korea meets Las Vegas
A dramatic multicoloured canyon in the Karakum Desert, one of Central Asia's most stunning landscapes
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Turkmenistan
What is the capital of Turkmenistan?
The capital of Turkmenistan is Ashgabat.
What continent is Turkmenistan in?
Turkmenistan is located in Asia, in the Central Asia region.
What currency does Turkmenistan use?
Turkmenistan uses the Turkmenistan Manat (TMT). The international calling code is +993.
What is the GDP of Turkmenistan?
Turkmenistan has a GDP of $53.3B, with a GDP per capita of $8,738.
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