Neutrality Monument
Monument Monumental Turkmen landmark symbolizing national neutrality in Ashgabat
Erected to mark Turkmenistan’s declared neutrality, the Neutrality Monument occupies central Ashgabat with a colonnaded base and formal fountains; visitors see it as part of the city’s large-scale state architecture and public squares.
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The Neutrality Monument is a public monument in Ashgabat dedicated to Turkmenistan’s declared status of neutrality. It is a prominent element of the city’s monumental architecture and is topped by a gilded figure.
The site is a formal plaza and columnar monument visible from major avenues in central Ashgabat and is commonly photographed for its gleaming white and gold appearance. The upper figure was notable for being mounted on a rotating mechanism that allowed the statue to turn.
The monument was erected by the Turkmen government as a state symbol tied to the country’s official policy of neutrality proclaimed in the 1990s. It has been a focal point in Ashgabat’s broader program of large-scale monuments and civic architecture.
The monument stands in central Ashgabat amid the city’s wide boulevards and government complexes, forming part of the capital’s ensemble of state monuments and public spaces.
- Rotating statue: Topped by a gilded statue of the country's former president that was noted for being mounted on a rotating platform which allowed it to face the sun.
How to Get to Neutrality Monument #
Within central Ashgabat; easily reached by taxi from most central hotels. Many of the capital’s monuments are within short drives of one another, making a half-day loop practical.
Tips for Visiting Neutrality Monument #
- Visit at dusk to see the monument illuminated and the city lights of Ashgabat glitter around it.
- Combine the visit with a walk through nearby government precincts to appreciate Turkmenistan's dramatic urban planning and sculptural civic art.
- Respect local regulations and photography restrictions near government sites.
Best Time to Visit Neutrality Monument #
Best visited in spring or autumn for comfortable temperatures; evenings offer dramatic lighting.
Weather & Climate near Neutrality Monument #
Neutrality Monument's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 38°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 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 39 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 38°C and lows of 24°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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