Koneurgench tour

When planning tours to Turkmenistan, a visit to Koneurgench (Kunyaurgench, Kone Urgench, Kunya-Urgench, Old Urgench) is highly recommended. The city is located 100 km northwest of Dashoguz on the border with the Uzbek city of Nukus. It is one of the largest and most important pilgrimage centers in Central Asia, attracting pilgrims from various parts of the Muslim world. When visiting Koneurgench (Kunyaurgench, Kone Urgench, Kunya-Urgench), it's crucial to dress appropriately, avoiding beach-type clothes even in very hot weather, as the site is open-air and consists of a collection of medieval buildings showcasing significant Islamic architecture. A walking tour of the Koneurgench (Kunyaurgench, Kone Urgench, Kunya-Urgench) complex is a must, so it's advisable to protect yourself from direct sunlight. You can reach Koneurgench (Kunyaurgench, Kone Urgench, Kunya-Urgench) by crossing one of the borders with Uzbekistan: there are two borders - the first in Dashoguz borders the Uzbek city of Shavat, and the second border is in Konye-Urgench with the city of Nukus. Additionally, Koneurgench (Kunyaurgench, Kone Urgench, Kunya-Urgench) pairs well with a visit to the Darvaza gas crater, located 270 km south in the heart of the Karakum Desert. Recognized as one of Turkmenistan's three UNESCO sites, the city of Koneurgench (Kunyaurgench, Kone Urgench, Kunya-Urgench) can be effectively combined with other UNESCO sites for a comprehensive cultural experience during your tours to Turkmenistan. Please contact us to customize tour for you.