Galkynysh Gas Field

The Galkynysh Gas Field, located in the Mary Province of Turkmenistan, represents one of the most significant natural gas discoveries of the 21st century. Originally known as South Yoloten-Osman, the field was renamed Galkynysh in 2011 and is currently ranked as the second-largest gas field in the world after the South Pars-North Dome field. Since its initial discovery in 2006, the field has undergone massive development phases involving international consortia from China, South Korea, and the United Arab Emirates. With estimated reserves ranging from 13.1 to 21.2 trillion cubic meters of gas, it serves as the primary source for the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) pipeline project. The industrial infrastructure includes advanced desulfurization plants necessary to process the high-sulfur gas extracted from the subterranean layers. This giant field is the cornerstone of Turkmenistan's energy strategy, aiming to diversify its export routes toward both European and South Asian markets. Its continued expansion plays a vital role in the national economy and global energy security, making Turkmenistan a major player in the global hydrocarbon industry.

Nearby cities

Mary

A significant city in the Karakum Desert, located near the ancient ruins of Merv.

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Baýramaly

A city in the Mary Region known for its dry climate and sanatoriums.

Ýolöten

A city south of Mary known for the nearby large gas fields.

History & landmarks

Ancient Merv

The oasis city of Merv was once one of the largest metropolises in the world and a major hub on the Silk Road.

Nature

Murghab River

A significant river that dissipates in the Karakum Desert.

More places

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Garabil Plateau

A gently sloping plateau in southeastern Turkmenistan, near the border with Afghanistan.

Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum

A magnificent 12th-century tomb built for the Seljuk ruler.

Ancient Merv

Once one of the most important cities of the Islamic world and a crucial hub on the Silk Road.

Gyz Gala Fortress

An impressive 7th-century adobe fortress known for its distinctive corrugated walls.

Mary State Power Plant

The largest power plant in Turkmenistan, providing a large portion of the country's electrical energy.

Mary Cotton Fields

Extensive agricultural lands in the Mary region crucial for cotton production.

Gonur Depe

Gonur Depe is a vast archaeological site and the center of the Bronze Age oasis culture in Central Asia.

Gonur Depe

A large Bronze Age settlement that represented the center of the ancient Margiana civilization.