Cities in Turkmenistan
The most important cities in Turkmenistan at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.
Koytendag
A spectacular mountain range featuring the country's highest peak and famous dinosaur footprints.
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Köneürgenç
A city with deep historical roots, once an important center of the Islamic world.
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Yangykala Canyon
Spectacular rock formations in vibrant colors that resemble a Martian landscape.
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Ashgabat
The capital of Turkmenistan is famous for its unique white marble architecture.
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Gökdepe
A historical city where a significant battle took place at the end of the 19th century.
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Mary
A significant city in the Karakum Desert, located near the ancient ruins of Merv.
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Farap
A town in the Lebap Region that is an important border crossing to Uzbekistan.
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Gubadag
A town in northern Turkmenistan, surrounded by large agricultural areas.
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Bäherden
A city on the edge of the Kopet Dag mountains, known for an underground cave.
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Tejen
An oasis city in the Karakum Desert that is an important transportation hub.
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Serdar
A city in the Balkan Region traditionally associated with crafts.
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Türkmenabat
The country's second-largest city, located on the banks of the Amu Darya river.
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Gumdag
An industrial city in the Balkan Region specialized in oil and gas.
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Saýat
A city southeast of Türkmenabat characterized by cotton cultivation.
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Bereket
An important railway junction in the Balkan Region on the north-south axis.
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Daşoguz
An important city in the north, serving as a gateway to historical sites.
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Darganata
A historical settlement on the Amu Darya, now agriculturally oriented.
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Büzmeýin
An important industrial suburb of Ashgabat, now part of the capital.
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Balkanabat
The center of Turkmenistan's oil and gas industry in the west of the country.
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Kaka
A small town on the Trans-Caspian Railway, near the Iranian border.
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Ýolöten
A city south of Mary known for the nearby large gas fields.
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Änew
A city east of Ashgabat known for its archaeological sites.
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Gurbansoltan Eje
An agriculturally oriented city in the Daşoguz Region in the north.
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Türkmenbaşy
The country's main port city on the coast of the Caspian Sea.
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Kerki
A historical city on the Amu Darya in eastern Turkmenistan.
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Seýdi
A modern industrial city known for its oil refinery.
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Hazar
A port city on the Cheleken Peninsula on the Caspian Sea.
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Görogly
A growing agricultural town in the Daşoguz Region.
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Boldumsaz
An agricultural settlement in the north of the country.
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What are the largest cities in Turkmenistan?
This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.
How do I find attractions per city?
Click a city – the detail page lists the top attractions, a map and travel tips.