Local specialties

Turkmen Carpet

Hand-knotted wool carpet featuring deep crimson geometric patterns

Category: Handicraft

Akhal-Teke Horse

Purebred horse with golden coat and remarkable endurance; popular for riding experiences and photos

Category: Other

Turkmen Melon

Desert-grown melon with intense sweetness and aroma

Category: Ingredient

Dried Yogurt (Chugara)

Long-term storage cheese from dried fermented milk

Category: Food product

Baklava

Traditional pastry with nuts and honey layered multiple times and baked

Category: Confection

Camel Wool Shawl

Light and highly insulating textile from desert nomads

Category: Handicraft

Iridescent Pottery Replica

Souvenir modeled after painted earthenware excavated from ancient Merv

Category: Handicraft

Dried Fruit Assortment

Set of dried grapes, apricots, and dates

Category: Food product

Cumin Seed

Essential spice for plov and other dishes; aromatic local product

Category: Ingredient

Kasuri (Ikat)

Traditional costume fabric with vivid geometric ikat patterns

Category: Handicraft