Turkmenistan
Geographical & General Info
- Capital: Ashgabat
- Population: approx. 7.1 million
- Languages: Turkmen (official), Russian
- Area: 488,100 km²
- Time Zone: UTC+5 (TMT)
- Currency: Turkmenistani Manat (TMT)
- Flag Colors: Green, red, white, gold (with crescent, 5 stars, and carpet motifs)
- National Holiday: September 27
- National Anthem: Garaşsyz, Bitarap Türkmenistanyň Döwlet Gimni
- Neighboring Countries: Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Iran
Top 15 Largest Cities
- Ashgabat
- Türkmenabat
- Daşoguz
- Mary
- Balkanabat
- Bayramaly
- Türkmenbaşy
- Tejen
- Abadan
- Gökdepe
- Sayat
- Magdanly
- Atamurat (Kerki)
- Kaka
- Seydi
Top 15 Attractions
- Darvaza Gas Crater ('Door to Hell')
- Ashgabat White Marble City & Monuments
- Merv Ancient Silk Road City (UNESCO)
- Kunya-Urgench (UNESCO)
- Nisa Parthian Fortresses (UNESCO)
- Karakum Desert
- Ertuğrul Gazi Mosque (Ashgabat)
- Avaza Caspian Sea Resort
- Kow Ata Underground Lake & Cave
- Gypjak Mosque & Mausoleum
- Yangykala Canyons
- Neutrality Monument
- Türkmenbaşy Ruhy Mosque
- Kopet Dag Mountain Range
- Repetek Biosphere Reserve
Climate and Nature
Turkmenistan experiences an extreme continental desert climate featuring scorching, dry summers and cold winters. Roughly 80% of the land is covered by the vast Karakum Desert. Natural landmarks range from the dramatic, multicolored cliffs of the Yangykala Canyons to the rugged Kopet Dag mountains along the Iranian border and Caspian Sea coastlines.
Culture and Gastronomy
Turkmen culture blends ancient nomadic traditions with skilled craftsmanship, famously celebrated for handwoven Turkmen carpets and the revered Akhal-Teke horses. Gastronomy is hearty and centered on meat and grains; signature dishes include Plov (lamb rice pilaf), Işleklı (traditional desert meat pie), Mantı dumplings, and ubiquitous green tea service.
Economy
The economy of Turkmenistan is built upon holding some of the largest natural gas reserves worldwide (anchored by the massive Galkynysh field) alongside crude oil exports. Agriculture also forms a key pillar, focused on cotton farming irrigated via the extensive Karakum Canal. State ownership remains dominant across key industrial sectors.
Did you know?
- The famous Darvaza Gas Crater ('Door to Hell') has been continuously burning since 1971 after a Soviet drilling rig collapsed into a cavern?
- Ashgabat holds the official Guinness World Record for having the highest concentration of white marble buildings in any city globally?
- Turkmenistan is the native homeland of the ancient Akhal-Teke horse breed, famous for its distinct metallic golden sheen?
- Traditional carpet weaving motifs are considered so fundamental to national heritage that five carpet patterns are featured on Turkmenistan's national flag?
- Ancient Merv was once among the largest and most prominent metropolis cities on the Silk Road before its destruction in the 13th century?
Live footage: Discover Turkmenistan via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Turkmenistan and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Turkmenistan: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Turkmenistan: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Turkmenistan in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
