Things to do and good restaurants in Aşgabat Turkmenistan

[Joseywales]

What are some good things to do and where are there some good places to eat in Aşgabat Turkmenistan as we've won a two week trip to this place in December but don't have a clue what to expect.

[Buenchico]

Oooh, lucky you!

The information on Wikitravel is rather basic but it might still help a bit:
http://wikitravel.org/en/Ashgabat

TripAdvisor can help with restaurants
http://www.tripadviso...g293966-Ashgabat.html
and attractions
http://www.tripadviso...ivities-Ashgabat.html

Lonely Planet has quite a bit of information available:
http://www.lonelyplan...turkmenistan/ashgabat
(Use the links under 'Things to Do')

Virtual Tourist is also worth a look:
http://www.virtualtou...elGuide-Ashgabat.html

When travelling to any foreign country you know little about it's always wisest to check the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website for information about visa, safety, etc:
http://www.fco.gov.uk...-oceania/turkmenistan

Chris

[jno]

this has to be one of those raffles where the second prize was three weeks...

expect it to be cool, but less short days than here

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There's a sixyear-old Bradt travel guide, very expensive on Amazon but keep an eye open in small book shops. LP's Central Asia guide has a section. Plus the online resources Chris mentions

[Dee Sa]

will it be cold there in Dec ?congrats on your win.