Best of Turkmenstan for Travelers
You've probably heard about Nisa, Merv, Kunya Urgench... but only few people are aware of their architectural & historical value as interestingdestinations to discover. All these places are listed among the main tourist attractions of Turkmenistan.
Apart from them this deserted country has 2 more unique attractions which can amaze every traveler:
- Derwaza - Gas Crater (called te Door to Hell)
While drilling in 1971, Soviet geologists tapped into a cavern filled with natural gas. The ground beneath the drilling rig collapsed, leaving a large hole with a diameter of 70 metres. To avoid poisonous gas discharge, it was decided the best solution was to burn it off. Geologists had hoped the fire would use all the fuel in a matter of days, but the gas is still burning today. Locals have dubbed the Darvaza gas crater the "Door to Hell".
2. Horse racing festivals
Akal Teke horses are known as one of the fastest, strongest and most elegant breeds all over the planet. Akal Tekes are considered as national symbol and wealth of Turkmenistan and for that reason they out of hte territories of Turkmenistan hardly ever. Being surrounded by hundreds of them, riding them... can fill every soul with lots of joy and pride.
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