Annau
City in Ahal Province, Turkmenistan
Anau is a city in Turkmenistan. Until 20 December 2022, it was the capital of Ahal Province. The area has been inhabited since around 5500 BC. Prehistoric sites in Anau were discovered in excavations were conducted by Raphael Pumpelly and William Morris Davis in 1904. In 2022, it had a population of 28,653 people.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 29,606
- Coordinates
- 37.888, 58.516
- Timezone
- Asia/Ashgabat
Overview of Annau
Annau belongs to Turkmenistan and has the feel of a small town. Its resident count stands at approximately 29,606. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Annau is strongest on nature, culture and nightlife. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Annau
Nature in Annau
(12)The nature shortlist for Annau: Beaches, Desert, Gardens, Islands and Lakes. All of it is drawn from Annau's recorded activities. That is 12 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Culture in Annau
(8)Culture in Annau covers Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Cathedrals, Historical Sites and Monuments. The full list runs to 8 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Annau.
Nightlife in Annau
(2)Under nightlife, Annau is tagged with Events and Festival. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Annau.
Family in Annau
(1)Our data lists Zoo as family options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Annau.
Water Sports in Annau
(1)For water sports, expect Kayaking. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Annau.
Best time to visit Annau
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Annau is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Turkmenistan and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Asia/Ashgabat.
Similar destinations
Places near Annau that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Annau known for?
- Annau, in Turkmenistan, is best known for nature, culture and nightlife. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 29,606 residents.
- What can you do in Annau?
- Recorded activities in Annau include Beaches, Desert, Gardens, Islands and Lakes. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Annau?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Annau located?
- Annau is located in Turkmenistan. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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