Serhetabat
City in Turkmenistan
Serhetabat, formerly known as Guşgy or Kushka, is a city in Tagtabazar District, Mary Province,Turkmenistan. Serhetabat lies in the valley of the Guşgy River, bordering Afghanistan. The city mirrors Torghundi, Afghanistan, with which it is connected by a road and a 1,520 mm gauge railway. In 2022, it had a population of 16,038 people.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 5,200
- Coordinates
- 35.280, 62.344
- Timezone
- Asia/Ashgabat
- Elevation
- 747 m
Overview of Serhetabat
Serhetabat belongs to Turkmenistan and has the feel of a village. Around 5,200 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Serhetabat is strongest on nature, adventure and culture. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere. You are about 747 metres up.
Things to do in Serhetabat
Nature in Serhetabat
(5)Serhetabat records Countryside, Desert, Lakes, Mountains and National Parks under nature. It is a direct read of Serhetabat's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Adventure in Serhetabat
(3)Looking for adventure? Serhetabat has Adventure Parks, Boat Rides and Shooting Ranges. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Serhetabat.
Culture in Serhetabat
(2)Culture in Serhetabat covers Bridges and Mines. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Serhetabat.
Family in Serhetabat
(2)For family, expect Aquariums and Playgrounds. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Serhetabat.
Sports in Serhetabat
(2)The sports shortlist for Serhetabat: Running and Slopes. It is a direct read of Serhetabat's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Water Sports in Serhetabat
(1)Our data lists Water Sports as water sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Serhetabat.
More to do in Serhetabat
(1)Serhetabat records Fishing under other activities. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Serhetabat. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Serhetabat
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
Getting there & around
Serhetabat rewards a slow approach — a hub in Turkmenistan, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Asia/Ashgabat on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Serhetabat that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Serhetabat known for?
- Travellers associate Serhetabat with nature, adventure and culture. It sits in Turkmenistan and counts about 5,200 residents.
- What can you do in Serhetabat?
- Serhetabat is tagged with Countryside, Desert, Lakes, Mountains and National Parks, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Serhetabat?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
- Where is Serhetabat located?
- Serhetabat belongs to Turkmenistan, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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