How many sacred sites are listed in Ahal?

This regional guide currently includes 2 sacred sites in Ahal, Turkmenistan.

Which traditions are represented in Ahal?

The most represented traditions in the current guide include Islam.

Can I view Ahal sacred sites on a map?

Yes. Switch to map view to compare the listed places, then open a site page for coordinates and visiting context.

Turkmenistan

Regional sacred-site guide

Sacred sites in Ahal

Explore 2 sacred places in Ahal, Turkmenistan, with a regional map and links to detailed site guides.

Traditions in Ahal

Islam2

Site types in Ahal

Shrine1 Tomb1

Showing 1-2 of 2 sites in this regional guide

Islam

Ak Ishan

Baharden, Ahal, Turkmenistan

In the hills west of Ashgabat, pilgrims have journeyed for over a century to the tomb of Ak Ishan, a Sufi saint who memorized the Quran by age twelve and served as advisor...

Islam

Malik Ajdar Palwan Tomb

Kaka District, Ahal, Turkmenistan

Rising from the desert near the ancient Bronze Age mound of Ulug Depe, the Melik Ajdar Mausoleum honors a 12th-century wrestler and warrior-hero whose legendary size and...

Key questions

Ahal sacred-site questions

How many sacred sites are listed in Ahal?: This regional guide currently includes 2 sacred sites in Ahal, Turkmenistan.
Which traditions are represented in Ahal?: The most represented traditions in the current guide include Islam.
Can I view Ahal sacred sites on a map?: Yes. Switch to map view to compare the listed places, then open a site page for coordinates and visiting context.