Türkmenbaşy Ruhy Mosque

Türkmenbaşy Ruhy Metjidi

mosque in Gypjak

#1 in Gypjak / #10 in Turkmenistan

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Türkmenbaşy Ruhy Mosque, also known as the Gypjak Mosque, is a stunning piece of architecture located in the village of Gypjak, near Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. It was built in honor of Saparmurat Niyazov, the first President of Turkmenistan, and officially opened in 2004. The mosque can accommodate up to 10,000 worshippers and features a blend of traditional Islamic and Turkmen architectural styles. One of its most distinguishing features is its large golden dome and four towering minarets.

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