CultureNovember 13, 2026
35 riders on Akhal-Teke horses set out on Turkmenistan's 1,755 km "Amul-Khazar" ride
On 13 November the "Amul-Khazar" equestrian ride was flagged off near the ancient Amul fortress outside Turkmenabat. The route crosses the Karakum Desert and runs for 1,755 kilometres in total.
The stages are 108 km in Lebap, 461 km in Mary, 473 km in Ahal, 33 km in Dashoguz and 680 km in Balkan velayat. Thirty-five riders on Akhal-Teke horses are taking part: according to the official site, five each from Arkadag and Ashgabat and from every velayat.
Starting at the Amul fortress ties the ride to the country's long history, since the fortress once stood on caravan routes along the Amu Darya.
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