Türkmenbaşy

Türkmenbaşy is an important city located in western Turkmenistan on the eastern coast of the Caspian Sea. It is the country’s main seaport and serves as a vital center for trade, transportation, and industry. The city is the administrative capital of Balkan Province and plays a strategic role in Turkmenistan’s economy.

Formerly known as Krasnovodsk, Türkmenbaşy has long been an important gateway between Central Asia and the Caucasus region. Its modern International Seaport of Türkmenbaşy connects Turkmenistan with countries across the Caspian Sea, including Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Russia, making it crucial for regional commerce and transit.

The city’s economy is based on port services, shipping, oil refining, fisheries, and logistics. The nearby oil refinery is one of the largest industrial facilities in the country. Türkmenbaşy also supports tourism due to its coastal location and proximity to the Avaza National Tourist Zone, a developing resort area along the Caspian Sea.

Türkmenbaşy is connected to other parts of the country by railways, highways, and an airport. With its modern port infrastructure, industrial strength, and coastal tourism potential, Türkmenbaşy is one of the most strategically important cities in Turkmenistan.