Balkan Province
A province on Turkmenistan's western Caspian coast, combining canyon landscapes, seaside resorts and port cities.
Balkan Province lies in western Turkmenistan, bordering the Caspian Sea, with Balkanabat as its capital; it is the country's largest province by area. The port city of Turkmenbashi and the nearby Awaza seaside resort face the Caspian, while inland you will find colorful desert landscapes such as the Yangykala Canyon, as well as ancient sites such as Dehistan. The province is also an important oil and gas producer. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to travel; summers are scorching. You can arrive via Turkmenbashi International Airport, or travel west from Ashgabat by road or rail.