Religious sites in Ashgabat

Ashgabat’s religious landscape reflects a blend of Islamic traditions and Russian Orthodox heritage, often encased in the city's signature white marble. This selection includes the monumental Türkmenbaşy Ruhy Mosque, the largest in Central Asia and the mausoleum of the first president, and the historic St. Alexander Nevsky Church, dating back to the late 19th century. From the contemporary Sunni architecture of Hezreti Omar Metjidi to community hubs like the Shia Imam Reza Metjidi, these sites showcase the city's diverse spiritual architecture.