The gleaming white marble buildings of Independence Square showcase Ashgabat's unique architecture, while nearby Tolkuchka Bazaar offers colourful local crafts and textiles. Take a guided tour of the surreal Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque with its golden domes, then visit the National Museum to see ancient artefacts from the Silk Road.
The hottest months are usually July and June, with an average temperature of 29°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Ashgabat is 266 mm.
