Turkmenistan

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Turkmenistan
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Photo by Marion MacQueen

Popular cities in Turkmenistan

Alternatively called Derweze or the door to hell, this crater can be found in the Karakum desert of Turkmenistan, north of Ashgabat. While drilling in 1971, the Soviets tapped into this cavern filled with natural gas. They lit it thinking it would burn itself out in a matter of days. Not so, as you can see! It was mighty hot around the crater's edge, especially when there was a gust of wind. Can you see the people standing near the edge at the back in the middle? That will give you an idea of the size.
Derweze
Known for Deserts, Scenery and Natural parks
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Reasons to visit

  • Darvaza Flaming Crater
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Ashgabat is a city of white marble with very few people in evidence in the streets (admittedly it is hot right now). I think they must have revived Turkey's marble market single-handedly!
Ashgabat
Known for Musicals, Deserts and Horseback riding
Quaint Ashgabat awaits: its musicals, desert views, monuments, and more!
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Turkmenbashi
Turkmenbashi
Known for Swimming, Sea and Churches
Trip time! Discover the seaside, churches, and beaches in Turkmenbashi.
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Mary
Mary
Known for Temples, Castle and Architecture
Love temples, castles, and history? Get away to Mary!
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