Türkmenbaşy Ruhy Mosque
Türkmenbaşy ruhy metjidi (Gypjak)
A gold-domed mosque in Gypjak village, the hometown of the first president, Niyazov. It is one of the largest single-dome mosques in Central Asia and houses his mausoleum.
The mosque was completed in 2004 in Gypjak village, about 7 km west of the city centre. Its white marble body, gold dome and four minarets some 90 metres high are said to accommodate tens of thousands of worshippers. It is considered one of the largest single-dome mosques in Central Asia. Beside it is the mausoleum of the first president, Saparmurat Niyazov, and his family. Passages from the Ruhnama are inscribed on the mosque walls, which sparked debate in religious circles. Visitors must wear long sleeves and long trousers, women must cover their heads, and shoes must be removed. Photography is prohibited inside the mausoleum.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Parthian Fortresses of Nisa
- Halk Hakydasy Memorial Complex
- Ashgabat Botanical Garden
- Walk of Health
- Palace of Happiness (Wedding Palace)
- Alem Cultural and Entertainment Center
- Magtymguly Pyragy Cultural Park
- Monument to the Constitution