Must-see attractions in Central Asia

  • Iranian Mosque

    Ashgabat

    The angular, futuristic Iranian mosque, illuminated with green neon, is on Görogly köçesi on the western outskirts of the city.

  • Margush Archaeological Museum

    Turkmenistan

    The Margush Archaeological Museum houses a tiny collection of artefacts and old photos, as well as a diorama of the Merv complex.

  • Zelyony Bazaar

    Turkmenistan

    You can get your fill of local colour as well as your shopping done at the enormous Zelyony Bazaar.

  • Bai Bazaar

    Turkmenistan

    For some local colour, head to this excellent bazaar, where you can buy pretty much anything.

  • Matkerim-Ishan Mausoleum

    Turkmenistan

    To one side of the mosque is the Matkerim-Ishan Mausoleum, which is also early 20th century.

  • Zelyony Bazaar

    Turkmenistan

    Turkmenabat's busy 'green market', good for people-watching, souvenirs or snacks.

  • Statue of Niyazov

    Turkmenistan

    Statue of Saparmurat Niyazov, the leader of Turkmenistan from 1956-2006.

  • Majlis

    Ashgabat

    Turkmenistan's parliament building is opposite Independence Square.

  • Ice House

    Turkmenistan

    One of three ice houses built during the Timurid era.

  • Ice House

    Turkmenistan

    One of three ice houses built during the Timurid era.