Ancient Merv
This famed Silk Road oasis was one of the largest cities in the world before it was destroyed by a Mongol horde.

πŸ“œ Oldest and best-preserved oasis-city along the Silk Road in Central Asia.
πŸ” Spans 4,000 years of human history, with monuments from the last two millennia.

Why Go

🌍 UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999.
πŸ›οΈ Explore ruins of multiple ancient cities and fortresses.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Discover Bronze Age settlements, mausoleums, and mosques.
πŸ’‘ Learn about its strategic importance and destruction by Mongols.

Why Avoid

πŸš— No public transportation, independent travel arrangements needed.
🚢 Vast site requires own transportation for exploration.

Tips

πŸ“ Located 40 km from Mary, the provincial capital.

Hours

πŸ•’ Not specified, likely open during daylight hours.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Arrangements for transportation to and within the site are necessary.

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