Neutrality Monument, Ashgabat

Name: Neutrality Monument
Address: Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

#34 among attractions in Ashgabat

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Monument of Neutrality is a monument originally located in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. In 2010 it was moved to the suburbs. The three-legged arch, which became known locally as "The Tripod", was 75 metres tall and was built in 1998 on the orders of Turkmenistan's President Saparmurat Niyazov to commemorate the country's official position of neutrality. It cost $12 million to construct. The monument was topped by a 12-metre tall gold-plated statue of Niyazov which rotated always to face the sun. The arch was located in central Ashgabat where it dominated the skyline, being taller than the nearby Presidential Palace. The statue was illuminated at night. The arch featured a panoramic viewing platform which was a popular attraction for visitors. ()

Local name: Bitaraplyk binasy Height: 312 ftCoordinates: 37°52'56"N, 58°19'60"E

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Neutrality Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ruhyýet Palace, World of Turkmenbashi Tales, Independence Monument, Turkmen National Theatre of Youth.

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Amusement, Amusement park
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Memorial
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Theater
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0.9 miE
Museum
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Concerts and shows, Theater
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Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
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