The country of Turkmenistan with countless mysterious and interesting experiences is an attractive destination that attracts passionate feet to explore. What does this land hide that has not yet been revealed? What experience will make you forget your joy? Let’s explore with AsiaNewsDaily.
Brief introduction about the country Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan is a forgotten land in Central Asia that holds many secrets and irresistible attractions. This place was once part of the legendary Silk Road connecting diverse and rich civilizations. When you come to Turkmenistan, you will be fascinated by the breathtaking landscape in the vast desert, fascinated by the unique culture, religion, and architecture. This is the result of the mixing of many different cultures in Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan is one of the countries that hides many interesting and mysterious things
Review exploring Turkmenistan in the most detailed and complete way
How to travel to Turkmenistan?
According to AsiaNewsDaily research, the plane is the fastest and most convenient means of getting to Turkmenistan from Vietnam. You can fly from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City to Turkmenistan’s capital Ashgabat with a flight time of about 10 hours. The ticket price from here to Turkmenistan is about 15,000,000 VND. However, you need a visa and valid documents to enter Turkmenistan.
Airplane is a convenient and fast means of traveling to Turkmenistan
Does traveling to Turkmenistan require a visa?
Turkmenistan is an attractive but also quite difficult tourist destination. If you want to bring your suitcase here to explore, you need to carefully prepare your visa application, proving your identity and finances. You should also know that Turkmenistan does not have an embassy in Southeast Asia. Therefore, you have to look to other countries in Asia to apply for a visa. If you travel on the Silk Road, you can apply for a visa in one of the following countries such as Iran, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, Türkiye.
Don’t forget to learn about visa regulations before entering Turkmenistan
Currency conversion instructions for easy payment
Turkmenistan is a unique and mysterious country that uses Manat as its main currency. If you want to explore the wonders here, you should prepare some Manat or US dollars in advance because it can be used in many places such as hotels, historical sites or natural wonders. However, you should also note that Turkmenistan is not a place where it is easy to withdraw money or pay by card. ATMs here are very rare and visa cards are only accepted at some large hotels. Therefore, you should bring enough cash to avoid unnecessary troubles.
Changing money when visiting here helps you easily pay for transportation, meals, and accommodation
Where to stay when you get here?
Turkmenistan is not a famous destination for travel, so you will not be surprised when choosing a place to stay overnight here. You can choose luxury hotels from 3 to 5 stars located in major cities such as Ashgabat, Mary, Dashoguz or Turkmenabat. The price is quite reasonable from only 50USD/night so you can rest assured. However, if you want to find a place like a motel or homestay, it will be quite difficult because this type of accommodation has not yet been developed in Turkmenistan.
In Turkmenistan, there are countless outstanding accommodation spots for you to consider
Famous attractions here
Visit the ancient city of Nisa
Nisa is one of the most ancient cities of Parthia – a powerful empire from the 3rd century BC to the 3rd century AD. Nisa is located only 18km from the modern capital Ashgabat of Turkmenistan and is considered the resting place of the Parthian kings, especially Arsaces the first who founded this dynasty. The ancient city of Nisa not only has mysterious beauty but also contains precious cultural relics that were recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2007. If you have the opportunity to come to Turkmenistan, do not miss the opportunity to explore Nisa – one of the wonders of human history.
The ancient city of Nisa with its impressive architectural works gives you a wonderful discovery
Explore the capital Ashgabat
Ashgabat is the capital of Turkmenistan. This splendid and modern city is located on the edge of the Karakum desert. This place has many unique and diverse architectural works that reflect the combination of Middle Eastern, Russian as well as European and American cultures. Coming here, you will be surprised and admired by the skyscrapers, large squares as well as countless green parks. A place not to be missed when coming to Ashgabat is the Turkmenbashi Mosque built entirely of white marble and can accommodate up to 7,000 people. This is one of the most impressive religious buildings in the world that it will be a pity if you miss it during your trip to Turkmenistan.
Your trip to Turkmenistan will be even more memorable if you spend time exploring the capital Ashgabat
Old city of Dekhistan
Dekhistan is an ancient city located in the Balkans, western Turkmenistan. There is a huge Mashat cemetery and many relics of the Missirian city from the 10th to 15th centuries. Dekhistan was once a busy trading point connecting countries in the region on the Silk Road. When coming to Turkmenistan, don’t forget to visit Dekhistan to feel the mystery and history of this place.
The old city of Dekhistan is also one of the destinations you cannot miss when you arrive in Turkmenistan
Merv archaeological complex
Merv is a magnificent ancient city located in Central Asia. This is a destination not to be missed when coming to Turkmenistan. This place has many beautiful and unique architectural works preserved in a large archaeological area. If you love art, you’ll enjoy the vast array of works from ancient cultures at Merv. In addition, Merv is also an important stop on the Silk Road connecting countries in the region.
In Turkmenistan, there is also the Merv Archaeological Complex that contains countless mysteries that have not yet been revealed
Some notes you need to know
– You need to register with the immigration authorities within three days of arriving in the country. Don’t forget to bring copies of your passport and visa when traveling in Turkmenistan as you may be checked at any time.
– Turkmenistan is a country with an Islamic culture. Therefore, please respect the rules and customs of the people here. You should wear discreet clothes and avoid wearing short pants or revealing shirts when going into religious places or public places.
– You should also avoid taking photos or videos in sensitive places such as churches, government agencies or military areas. Turkmenistan is a country with a dictatorship, you should avoid debates and criticism about politics or religion while here.
– You are not allowed to bring or use any narcotic drugs. Otherwise you will face jail time. At the same time, you are not allowed to smoke in public places if you do not want to get into some trouble during your exploration.
– Be careful with relationships between foreigners and locals because this can cause misunderstandings and conflicts. Especially for heterosexual relationships.
Don’t forget to pocket the experiences from many predecessors to make your journey of discovery more complete
Conclude
To make your travel to Turkmenistan more convenient, don’t forget to put the Asia News Daily travel guide in your suitcase before leaving. Hopefully, Asia News Daily detailed and complete review of Turkmenistan will help you get the best preparation, bringing you a more complete exploration experience. Don’t forget to take lots of photos of the land and people here to share with friends and relatives after the trip.