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Turkmenistan — silhouette, capital and facts
Turkmenistan is in Asia and its capital is Ashgabat. With about 6.4 million people and 488,100 km², it ranks 52nd in area and 109th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Turkmenistan, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Ashgabat
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 6.4 million
- Area
- 488,100 km²
- Language
- Turkmen
- Currency
- Turkmen manat
- Flag colors
- green, red, white
Borders
Turkmenistan shares a land border with 4 countries: Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Iran.
Fun facts about Turkmenistan
- The Door to Hell, at Darvaza, is a natural gas crater that has been burning since the 1970s.
- About 70% of the territory is covered by the Karakum desert, whose name means "black sand".
- The Akhal-Teke horse, with its metallic coat, is a national symbol and appears on the coat of arms.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Turkmenistan?
The capital of Turkmenistan is Ashgabat.
Which continent is Turkmenistan in?
Turkmenistan is in Asia.
Which countries border Turkmenistan?
Turkmenistan shares a land border with 4 countries: Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Iran.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Turkmenistan?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Turkmenistan is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Turkmenistan?
The Door to Hell, at Darvaza, is a natural gas crater that has been burning since the 1970s. About 70% of the territory is covered by the Karakum desert, whose name means "black sand". The Akhal-Teke horse, with its metallic coat, is a national symbol and appears on the coat of arms.
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