A country with a not very developed tourist infrastructure, Turkmenistan, has something to surprise its visitors. This is an original and unique state, the culture and traditions of which will not leave anyone indifferent. Here you can find both amazing nature and unique sights, most of which have Muslim influences.
The Turkmen mountains are incredibly rich in various representatives of the fauna, and the juniper forests make an incredible impression, the aroma of which remains in the memory of tourists for a long time. And the endless steppe zones not only convey the spirit of freedom, but also amaze the eyes with their beautiful spring herbs. An incredible sight - the blooming of poppies, tulips and irises.
In Turkmenistan, there are also thickets of wild rose, almond, and pistachio woodlands are no exception. And riparian forests delight the eye along the river valleys. Basically, the vegetation is represented by desert species, among which kandym, saxaul, etc. are widespread.
The fauna of Turkmenistan, which is represented mainly by desert inhabitants, is also distinguished by its incredible wealth. There are also other rare species of animals - snow leopard, argali, leopard, saikah, kulan.
As for the sights, they are striking in their uniqueness and originality, and in each stone one can feel the spirit of the greatness of the past. This is how the unique caravan-sarai ruins of Dayakhatyn and Kyz-Kala will be transferred to antiquity. The mausoleum of Astana-baba, Abu-Said, Tekesh will not stand aside either. The Talkhatan Baba Mosque cordially opens its doors. The unique Art Museum welcomes its visitors with joy.
In addition to the creations of human hands, Turkmenistan also has a number of natural monuments that delight with their originality. For example, the Bakhardenskaya cave is a unique natural monument that has not been touched by a human hand. Its highlight is the huge underground lake Kou-Ata.
Turkmenistan is deservedly considered the cradle of civilizations and cultures. It is fraught with many mysteries that still have to be solved. An incredible impression is made by its natural complexes, of particular interest are semi-desert and desert, the so-called living communities.
Horses are highly prized in this country. This is due to the fact that for many centuries this amazing people have been famous for their excellent riders. Even now, these animals are one of the attractions of the state.
The traditions of this people are very interesting. It is worth noting that they have many holidays. So, they celebrate on a grand scale the construction of a house, the holiday of circumcision, the birth of a child, giving the child a name, the appearance of the first tooth, hunting. It is interesting that this people especially refers to the date of the 63rd birthday of men. All this is distinguished by a riot of colors and a palette of unforgettable emotions.
Turkmenistan is prized for its carpets, but in order to take them out of the country, you need a special permit and payment of tax, depending on the size of the product.
