Trip on ancient settlement Ken-Kaakhka in Ahal Region.

"Among historical monuments in books and notes that are considered to be one of the ancient monuments the name Abiverd is often mentioned to us. Even at the period of antiquity , in the epoch of the Parthian kingdom, during the reign of Seldjuk empire, even in medieval centuries. When the "Great Silk Route " passed through Abiverd or Baverd, the town was considered densely populated, including in itself several fortresses and was mentioned as the center, that enclosed all these monuments"

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Kaahka - is one of the richest regions with its architectural monuments on the territory of Turkmenistan. About two hundred historical, archeological and architectural monuments were discovered and displayed in this region.
Ancient Abiverd, Namazga-Depe, Altyn-Depe, Ak-Depe, Gara-Depe- these are the oldest places, where people lived in ancient times- V - II thousand years ago and applied themselves to the cultivation of grain, applied hand-craft, preparation of fabulous, varied production.
Among historical monuments in books and notes that are considered to be one of the ancient monuments the name Abiverd is often mentioned to us. Even at the period of antiquity , in the epoch of the Parthian kingdom, during the reign of Seldjuk empire, even in medieval centuries.
When the "Great Silk Route " passed through Abiverd or Baverd, the town was considered densely populated, including in itself several fortresses and was mentioned as the center, that enclosed all these monuments.
This region, that is very rich in historical-architectural monuments didn-t have any special organization or facilities in protection, conservation and study of these buildings. First years of independence of our country, on the I-st of April 1993 the President of Turkmenistan C.Niyazov signed a special Decree announcing the territory of medieval fortress "Abiverd", that is situated in Kahka, as the National historical- cultural reserve.
"Abiverd" reserve commenced the study of architectural monuments, based on the scientific levels, arrangements and showing them to the present and following generation. On these pages we made an attempt to tell you about some of the architectural monuments, that are situated in the region and invite you for the trip to such places. 

Authority:
On materials of information department of the State committee of Turkmenistan on tourism and sport.