The Majestic Independence Monument of Ashgabat

Getting There

• Walking

  Start from the central square of Bayramaly, which is easily recognizable. Head south on the main street, following the signs towards the bus station. Continue straight for about 1 kilometer until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit to stay on the main road. After approximately 500 meters, you will see a pedestrian path on your right. Take this path and continue walking straight for another 1 kilometer. You will eventually reach a large park; the Independence Monument is located at the center of this park, making it visible from a distance.

• Bicycle

  If you have access to a bicycle, start from the city center and ride south towards the bus station. After around 1 kilometer, you will reach a roundabout. Take the second exit from the roundabout, continuing on the main road. After 500 meters, look for a bicycle path on your right and take it. Follow the path for about 1 kilometer until you arrive at a large park where the Independence Monument is situated.

• Public Transport

  From the central area of Bayramaly, locate the nearest bus stop. Take any bus heading toward the direction of the bus station. Get off at the bus station stop, which is approximately 1 kilometer away. From the bus station, walk straight for about 500 meters until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit. Continue walking straight for another 1 kilometer until you enter the large park where the Independence Monument is located.