Arch of Neutrality

The Monument of Neutrality rises 95 meters into the sky with three white marble legs connected by discs forming observation platforms at different levels.

The structure opened in 1998 to commemorate the United Nations General Assembly resolution recognizing Turkmenistan's neutral status in international relations.

The monument incorporates traditional Turkmen design elements, including bronze rings decorated with carpet patterns and a three-legged base inspired by cooking hearths.

Two horizontal elevators transport visitors to a cafe at 21.5 meters, while a panoramic lift reaches the main observation deck at 50 meters elevation.

The monument features a 12-meter gold-plated statue at its peak, which initially rotated to face the sun before being relocated from central Ashgabat.

Location: Ashgabat

Inception: 1998

Founders: Saparmurat Niyazov

Architects: Polimeks

Height: 95 m

Address: Bitaraplyk şaýoly, Aşgabat, Turkmenistan Aşgabat

GPS coordinates: 37.93694,58.38000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:14