Highway 1 in Turkmenistan is a major highway that runs through the country, connecting the capital city of Ashgabat to other major cities and towns. It is a two-lane highway that is well-maintained and provides a safe and efficient route for travelers. Along
Turkmenistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, bordered by Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to the north, Afghanistan to the southeast, Iran to the south and southwest, and the Caspian Sea to the west. It is one of six independent Turkic states. Ashgabat is the capital and largest city. With over 7 million people, Turkmenistan is the 35th most-populous country in Asia and has the lowest population of the Central Asian republics while being one of the most sparsely populated nations located on the Asian continent.