8 Best Places to Visit in Turkmenistan Before You Die


5. Abiword

Abiword is a medieval town located in Ahal province in South Turkmenistan. It is near the border of Iran and it has some exceptional attractions. For instance, the town has ruins of a prehistoric mosque and a fortress.

 

4. Nissa

Nissa was a very important town of the vast Parthian Empire. However, this town was destroyed completely by a powerful earthquake that happened during the first ten years BC. Today, the well-preserved ruins of the magnificent fortress in Nissa are recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage location.

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