Turkmenistan Resource Page - This former Soviet Republic, now an independent nation, is wedged between Iran, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and the Caspian Sea. You can't get there by train, so most visitors go by airplane. Turkmenis have been famous for their wool carpets for over two thousand years, and many of the ones made today use designs similar to those of long ago. You can also learn about the Akhal-Teke horses, an ancient breed once known as a cavalry mount, now popular as a show horse. They have an unusual diet, which includes eggs and butter. This Web site organizes lots of useful information concerning Turkmenistan. Here you'll find the latest news, arts, culture, business, government, human rights information, and just about anything else you might want to know about this nation.
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