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27.08.2026

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Over 4,4 thousand tourists traveled from Turkmenistan to Malaysia in six months

In the first half of 2026, 4 469 tourists from Turkmenistan visited Malaysia, according to a Tourism Malaysia press release on the growth of tourism from Central Asian countries.From January to June of this year, 53 347 tourists from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan visited Malaysia. This figure is...

Tourism

18.08.2026

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“Turkmenistan” Airlines will increase the number of flights from Ashgabat to Kazan starting in October

Starting October 25, “Turkmenistan” Airlines will increase the frequency of flights from Ashgabat to Kazan from four to six per week, adding flights on Thursdays and Fridays, according to the flight schedule on the airline's website.Currently, flights on this route operate on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Starting...

Tourism

05.08.2026

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Turkmenistan and JATA discussed issues of strengthening cooperation in the field of tourism

Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Japan, A. Bayramov, met yesterday with the newly elected Chairman of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA), Yuri Hara, according to the Embassy's website.The parties discuss...

Tourism

04.08.2026

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Turkmenistan develops domestic tourism: a tour of the Great Silk Road's Monuments

On July 31, staff from the magazine "Culture and Art" and specialists from the Department of Culture of the Ahal velayat took part in a tour of historical sites, organized jointly by the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan and the National Department for the Protection, Study, and Restoration of Monuments.The route included a visi...

Tourism

24.07.2026

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New railway station buildings will be built in three regions of Turkmenistan

Modern railway station buildings will be built in the Ahal, Balkan, and Mary velayats of Turkmenistan. Deputy Prime Minister Batyr Annayev announced this at a government meeting, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports.According to the Deputy Prime Minister, the construction of new station buildings is part of the country's...

Tourism

23.07.2026

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Alimov: Uzbekistan is working on introducing electronic visas with Turkmenistan

Uzbekistan's Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Ravshanbek Alimov, reported that the issue of introducing electronic visas for Turkmen citizens is being discussed jointly with the Turkmen side. He made this statement while answering a question from a Turkmenportal correspondent at a briefing on July 23.According to the ambassador, amendm...

Tourism

23.07.2026

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Uzbek Ambassador: Tashkent sees potential in the Khiva-Ashgabat-Mary-Bukhara route

Uzbekistan's Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Ravshanbek Alimov, stated that Tashkent is interested in developing cross-border tourist routes with Turkmenistan. He made this announcement at a briefing on July 23."Uzbekistan is interested in developing cooperation with Central Asian countries to promote joint tourism routes. Turkmenista...

Tourism

23.07.2026

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More than 164 thousand Turkmen citizens visited Uzbekistan in six months

Uzbek Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ravshanbek Alimov announced that 370 thousand tourists from Turkmenistan visited Uzbekistan in 2025. The announcement was made on July 23 during the annual briefing on the development of Uzbekistan's tourism industry, held at the Uzbek Embassy in Ashgabat.In total, 11,7 million foreign tourists arr...

Tourism

17.07.2026

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Turkmenistan is interested in Georgia's experience in tourism development

Turkmenistan is interested in leveraging Georgia's experience to develop its tourism industry. This was stated by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov while speaking in Tbilisi at the Georgian-Turkmen Business Forum, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports."Turkmenistan is interested in Georgia's experience in developing tourism...

Tourism

08.07.2026

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Direct air traffic is important for the development of relations between Armenia and Turkmenistan – Ambassador

Direct air service between Armenia and Turkmenistan would be crucial for the further development of bilateral ties, Armenian Ambassador to Turkmenistan Arsen Avagyan stated in an interview with the online publication Turkmenportal....

Tourism

07.07.2026

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The Malaysia Tourism Board will hold a seminar in Turkmenistan

On July 14, Tourism Malaysia—the state agency under Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture—will hold a specialized seminar for Turkmen travel companies in Ashgabat. This was reported by the IIC....

Tourism

08.06.2026

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Turkmenistan's tourism companies took part in an international exhibition in Seoul

Turkmenistan's tourism companies took part in the 41st Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF), which was held from June 4 to 7 at the COEX Exhibition Center in Seoul.According to the website o...

Tourism

03.06.2026

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A delegation from Turkmenistan is participating in a tourism summit in Beijing

A Turkmen delegation is participating in the WTCF Fragrant Hills Tourism Summit 2026, which is taking place from June 1 to 4 at the Zhongguancun International Innovation Center in Beijing's Haidian District. The delegation includes representatives of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan and the Ashgabat City Hall.The event is o...

Tourism

01.06.2026

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“Belavia” has changed its rates for carrying extra baggage

Belarusian airline “Belavia” introduced new rates for additional baggage allowances on June 1, the carrier's press service reported.This service is designed for passengers who need to carry more baggage than their current fare class allows. You can reserve an extra seat when purchasing a ticket on the airline's official website, i...

Tourism

05.05.2026

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“Turkmenistan” Airlines is changing its arrival and departure terminal in Frankfurt

“Turkmenistan” Airlines flights to Frankfurt Airport will operate from Terminal 3 starting May 6, the carrier's press service reported."We inform you that, starting May 6, 2026, “Turkmenistan” Airlines flights to and from Frankfurt Airport will be operated to and from Terminal 3," the statement reads....

Tourism

28.04.2026

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A representative of Turkmenistan noted the cultural closeness of the two peoples at a forum in Shusha

Gulshat Bakiyeva, Deputy Chairperson of the Tourism Department at the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan, spoke highly of Shusha and its tourism potential. She spoke about this in an interview with...

Tourism

27.04.2026

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Turkmenistan will showcase its cuisine at the KazanForum Young Chefs Tournament

From May 13 to 15, the third Yunus Akhmetzyanov International Tournament of Young Chefs will be held in Kazan within the framework of the XVII International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum." Turkmenistan will be participating in the competition for the first time, reports...

Tourism

15.04.2026

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Turkmenistan, an attractive destination for tourists

The distinctive national traditions of the people and the unique architectural beauty of the cities generate enormous interest in Turkmenistan among international travelers. All this contributes to the increased international appeal of the country's tourism sector and strengthens its position in the global tourism market,...

Tourism

15.04.2026

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Tour operator BelIndTravel intends to attract Belarusian tourists to Turkmenistan

Belarusian tour operator BelIndTravel is interested in promoting the Turkmen destination for Belarusian tourists. This was announced by the company's CEO, Alexander Krotov, on the sidelines of the International Tourism Exhibition and Conference "Turkmentravel – 2026."According to him, the most attractive attractions for Belarusian...

Tourism

15.04.2026

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S7 flights Ashgabat – Moscow are in steady demand among passengers from both countries

S7 Airlines' daily direct flights between Ashgabat and Moscow are enjoying steady demand from citizens of both countries, company spokesperson Jahan Charyeva announced on the sidelines of the "Turkmentravel – 2026" International Tourism Exhibition and Conference.According to her, the company strictly adheres to the schedule and av...

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