Central Asia between the mid-first millennia BC and AD is an area where the very rich artistic traditions are the result of human contact and movement - conquerors from the east absorb indigenous styles and influences from the north and east to produce distinctive regional artistic cultures.Read More

The Persian qanat system, an ingenious 3,000-year-old invention, transported underground water to cities and farmlands, enabling survival in arid climates. Traces of it are widely found in nowadays Turkmenistan. Built with advanced engineering, it features tunnels, wells, and ventilation shafts, showcasing ancient mastery of hydrology and sustainable water management.Read More