Alem Cultural and Entertainment Center, Cultural and entertainment complex in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.
The Alem Cultural and Entertainment Center is a six-story complex in Ashgabat standing 95 meters tall, constructed with glass and white steel. A Ferris wheel measuring 57 meters in diameter sits atop the building's roof.
The center opened on May 18, 2012, with an official ceremony led by President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. This inauguration marked the beginning of a new chapter in entertainment and culture for the nation.
The center serves as a venue for art exhibitions and festivals that feature Turkmen crafts and musical traditions. Visitors can encounter local artists and their work displayed within a contemporary setting.
The building spans four above-ground floors and two basement levels containing shops, restaurants, and event spaces for public celebrations. Visitors can find multiple areas throughout the complex for shopping, dining, and attending gatherings.
The Ferris wheel is called Alem, meaning Universe, and set a Guinness World Record as the world's highest indoor wheel when it was completed. This enclosed design protects riders from weather while offering panoramic views.
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