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Independence Square, Ashgabat

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Independence Square, Ashgabat

Independence Square

Independence Square is a large public plaza in the center of Ashgabat. Travelers visit this open space to observe the city's urban planning and experience the atmosphere of the capital's central district.

Getting There

The square is located within the city center. Depending on your starting point in the central area, it is accessible via a short taxi ride or a walk of approximately 10 to 20 minutes.

Duration of Visit

Most visitors spend between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours walking through the square and observing the surrounding architecture.

When to Visit

The square is an open area with limited shade, making early morning or late afternoon the most comfortable times to visit to avoid the midday heat. Spring and autumn are the most temperate seasons for walking outdoors. The area can become crowded during national holidays and official celebrations.

Nearby Attractions

Due to its central location, the square can be combined with visits to several nearby landmarks:

  • Oguzhan Palace: 0.1km
  • Turkmen Museum of Fine Arts: 0.4km
  • Presidential Palace of Turkmenistan: 0.6km
  • Magtymguly Musical and Drama Theater: 0.6km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Oguzhan Palace

Castles & palaces

Oguzhan Palace

This presidential palace stands on Independence Square in Ashgabat, striking for its golden dome and white marble facade. The interior is closed to visitors, but its grand exterior can be admired from the square.

0.1 km away
Turkmen Museum of Fine Arts

Museums & galleries

Turkmen Museum of Fine Arts

An art museum in Ashgabat, founded in 1927 by a Russian sculptor. It officially gained museum status in 1939, taking on the form it has today.

0.4 km away
Presidential Palace of Turkmenistan

Castles & palaces

Presidential Palace of Turkmenistan

The official residence and workplace of the President of Turkmenistan, located on Independence Square in Ashgabat. Completed in 2011, it was built to replace the nearby former Oguzkhan Palace.

0.6 km away
Magtymguly Musical and Drama Theater

Culture & venues

Magtymguly Musical and Drama Theater

This is the national musical and drama theater on Gorogly Street in Ashgabat. Here you can enjoy Turkmen music and theater performances.

0.6 km away
Atatürk Square

Parks & gardens

Atatürk Square

A park in central Ashgabat named after Atatürk, founder of the Republic of Turkey. It's a pleasant spot to rest during a walk through the city center.

0.6 km away
Monument to Lenin (Ashgabat)

Heritage & monuments

Monument to Lenin (Ashgabat)

This Lenin statue, still standing in a downtown Ashgabat park, is a remnant of the old Soviet era. As one of the rare Lenin monuments left in Central Asia, it's an interesting stop for travelers interested in history.

0.7 km away