Bereketli Garagum Nature Reserve, Nature reserve in Ahal Region, Turkmenistan.
The reserve extends across 87,000 hectares of the southern Karakum Desert, featuring specialized plants and animals adapted to arid conditions.
Established in 2013, this protected area emerged as part of Turkmenistan's initiative to safeguard the ecological systems of the Karakum Desert region.
The reserve functions as an educational center where local communities learn about environmental protection through workshops and guided field experiences.
Visitors can access the reserve at coordinates 38°55′N 59°00′E, with guided tours available for observing desert wildlife and geological formations.
The Central Asian Desert Initiative currently supports the expansion of the reserve's boundaries to accommodate the migration patterns of wild ungulates.
Location: Ahal Region
Inception: 2013
GPS coordinates: 38.91667,59.00000
Latest update: March 5, 2025 20:10
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