The most curious of the Central Asian republics, Turkmenistan resembles an Arab Gulf state without the money. It's the second largest Central Asian country
June 21, 2006 (Press Release) --
Intro
The most curious of the Central Asian republics, Turkmenistan resembles an Arab Gulf state without the money. It's the second largest Central Asian country, but four-fifths of it consists of an inhospitable lunar-like desert called the Karakum which conceals unexploited oil and gas deposits. The country is sparsely populated and its people, the Turkmen, are only a generation or two removed from being nomads. Turkmenistan is as much a culture as a country since the Turkmen have never formed a real nation and have allowed their cities to become predominantly populated by other peoples. They place most esteem on a rural life revolving around their famous, traditionally patterned carpets, their ceremonies, hospitality and fleet Akhal-Teke horses.
Warning
Though Turkmenistan is generally calm, neighboring Afghanistan is still the site of military operations led by the USA and its allies. In light of the ongoing instability, travelers are advised to stay clear of the areas bordering Afghanistan. Other areas within Turkmenistan that are designated as 'restricted' by the government are definitely off-limits.
Destination Facts
Full country name:Turkmenistan
Area: 488,100 sq km (188,500 sq mi)
Population: 4.5 million
Capital city: Ashgabat (pop 518,000)
People: 77% Turkmen, 9.2% Uzbek, 6.7% Russian, 2% Kazakh
Languages: Turkmen, Russian
Religion:89% Muslim, 9% Eastern Orthodox
Government: Republic
President: Saparmurad Niyazov
Source: http://www.yahoo.com
The most curious of the Central Asian republics, Turkmenistan resembles an Arab Gulf state without the money. It's the second largest Central Asian country, but four-fifths of it consists of an inhospitable lunar-like desert called the Karakum which conceals unexploited oil and gas deposits. The country is sparsely populated and its people, the Turkmen, are only a generation or two removed from being nomads. Turkmenistan is as much a culture as a country since the Turkmen have never formed a real nation and have allowed their cities to become predominantly populated by other peoples. They place most esteem on a rural life revolving around their famous, traditionally patterned carpets, their ceremonies, hospitality and fleet Akhal-Teke horses.
Warning
Though Turkmenistan is generally calm, neighboring Afghanistan is still the site of military operations led by the USA and its allies. In light of the ongoing instability, travelers are advised to stay clear of the areas bordering Afghanistan. Other areas within Turkmenistan that are designated as 'restricted' by the government are definitely off-limits.
Destination Facts
Full country name:Turkmenistan
Area: 488,100 sq km (188,500 sq mi)
Population: 4.5 million
Capital city: Ashgabat (pop 518,000)
People: 77% Turkmen, 9.2% Uzbek, 6.7% Russian, 2% Kazakh
Languages: Turkmen, Russian
Religion:89% Muslim, 9% Eastern Orthodox
Government: Republic
President: Saparmurad Niyazov
Source: http://www.yahoo.com
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