Türkmenbaşyn kulttuurinähtävyydet

Cultural Landmarks

Explore the cultural landscape of Türkmenbaşy, a historic port city on the Caspian Sea. This collection highlights significant landmarks ranging from Soviet-era architectural achievements like the Oilworkers' Palace of Culture to somber historical sites like the Japanese Prisoner of War Memorial. These monuments and venues document the city's evolution from its 19th-century roots as Krasnovodsk to its modern role as a gateway to the Avaza coastal district.

A

100 лет Красноводску

A monument commemorating the 100th anniversary of the city's founding in 1869.

B

Awazanyn Yalkymy Binasy

A modern decorative monument located within the Avaza tourism zone on the Caspian coast.

C

Earthquake Memorial

A memorial dedicated to the victims of the devastating 1948 earthquake that impacted the region.

D

Oilworkers' Palace of Culture

A prominent Soviet-era cultural venue and theater featuring classical architectural elements, used for community events and performances.

E

Dayanch binasy

A modern monument located in the northern district of the city.

F

Japanese Prisoner of War Memorial

A memorial site honoring Japanese soldiers who died in the region while held in labor camps following World War II.

G

Yelken binasy

A sail-shaped monument situated near the shoreline, reflecting the maritime identity of the Caspian port.