Jeitun
Archaeological Site Neolithic settlement site in Turkmenistan with ancient remains
A Neolithic settlement in Turkmenistan’s Ahal Region with excavated mud‑brick remains and evidence of early farming; scholars and visitors come for prehistoric archaeology.
Jeitun is a Neolithic archaeological site in the Ahal Region of Turkmenistan and is the namesake of the Jeitun culture. The site is important for understanding early farming and settled communities in Central Asia.
Archaeological remains include foundations of mud-brick houses and other features associated with early village life; the site documents domesticated crops and animals used by settled communities. It is primarily of interest to archaeologists and those studying the origins of agriculture in the region.
Excavations carried out in the mid-20th century established Jeitun as a key early Neolithic settlement, with cultural remains dating to several millennia BCE. The material record at Jeitun is central to defining a regional Neolithic sequence for southern Central Asia.
Jeitun lies in the Ahal Region of Turkmenistan, in the southern part of the country within the broader Karakum steppe area and administratively south of the capital Ashgabat.
- Type-site significance: Recognised as the type site for the Neolithic Jeitun culture, it provides the principal evidence for early farming communities in Central Asia.
How to Get to Jeitun #
Jeitun is in the Ahal Region of Turkmenistan near the ancient Trans-Caspian corridors. Access usually requires coordination with local authorities or tour operators; the nearest larger town is Ashgabat, from which road travel and arranged transport are necessary.
Tips for Visiting Jeitun #
- Respect the sensitivity of archaeological strata; do not disturb surface features.
- Bring sun protection and plan for minimal facilities-this is an archaeological landscape rather than a park.
Best Time to Visit Jeitun #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for visiting archaeological sites in Turkmenistan.
Weather & Climate near Jeitun #
Jeitun's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 39°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 32 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 39°C and lows of 25°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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