Map of Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan is a country located in Central Asia. It is bordered by the Caspian Sea to the west, Uzbekistan to the north, Kazakhstan to the northeast, and Afghanistan and Iran to the south. The country covers an area of 488,100 square kilometers and has a population of 5.2 million people. The capital of Turkmenistan is Ashgabat, which is located in the north-central part of the country. Turkmenistan is a landlocked country with a desert climate. The terrain consists mostly of hills and plains. There are also some mountains in the southeast of the country. The economy of Turkmenistan is based on agriculture and hydrocarbon reserves. The main crops grown in Turkmenistan are wheat, cotton, and rice. Fruit and vegetables are also grown in the country. The main industries in Turkmenistan are textile manufacturing, oil refining, and natural gas production. The culture of Turkmenistan is influenced by Islam, Turkic traditions, and Russian culture. The official language of Turkmenistan is Turkmen, but Russian is also spoken by many people in the country.