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Main Historical Dates - Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan is a country in Central Asia with a rich history and culture. Here are the top 30 historical dates in the country's history:
Date | Event |
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4th century BCE | The ancient city of Nisa is founded, becoming an important center of the Parthian Empire and later the Sassanian Empire |
7th century CE | Islam is introduced to Turkmenistan, leading to the spread of Islamic culture and civilization in the region |
11th century | The Seljuk Turks establish the Sultanate of Rum, bringing Turkmenistan under Turkish rule and spreading Turkish culture and language in the region |
1221 | The Mongol Empire under Genghis Khan invades Turkmenistan, leading to the destruction of many cities and the death of a large percentage of the population |
16th century | The Turkmen tribes are united under the leadership of the Teke dynasty, which establishes a powerful khanate in the region |
1881 | Turkmenistan is annexed by the Russian Empire, becoming part of the Transcaspian Region and later the Turkestan Governorate-General |
1917-1921 | Turkmenistan experiences political turmoil and violence during the Russian Revolution and the subsequent civil war, with various factions vying for control of the region |
1924 | Turkmenistan becomes part of the Soviet Union as the Turkmen Soviet Socialist Republic, with a centralized government and planned economy imposed on the country |
1941-1945 | Turkmenistan supports the Soviet war effort in World War II, with thousands of soldiers and workers from the region participating in the conflict |
1960s-1980s | Turkmenistan experiences rapid industrialization and modernization under the Soviet government, with the development of oil and gas fields and the construction of major infrastructure projects |
1991 | Turkmenistan declares independence from the Soviet Union following its collapse, with Saparmurat Niyazov becoming the country's first president |
1992 | Turkmenistan adopts a new constitution that establishes a presidential system of government with limited political pluralism and a dominant ruling party |
1997 | Saparmurat Niyazov is declared president for life, with his personality cult and authoritarian rule leading to accusations of human rights abuses and political repression |
2006 | Saparmurat Niyazov dies, and is succeeded by Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, who pledges to modernize the country's economy and improve living standards for the population |
2011 | Turkmenistan marks the 20th anniversary of its independence with celebrations and cultural events across the country |
2014 | The government of Turkmenistan announces plans to construct a new pipeline to transport natural gas to Europe, with the goal of reducing the country's dependence on Russian energy exports |
2015 | Turkmenistan celebrates the 20th anniversary of the adoption of its national flag, which features a white crescent moon and five stars on a green background |
2016 | Turkmenistan hosts the Global Conference on Sustainable Transport, with government officials and experts from around the world gathering to discuss sustainable development and transport infrastructure |
2017 | Turkmenistan marks the 25th anniversary of the adoption of its constitution, with celebrations and cultural events held across the country |
2018 | Turkmenistan hosts the International Exhibition and Conference on Transport and Logistics, showcasing the country's potential as a regional hub for trade and commerce |
2019 | Turkmenistan hosts the Fifth Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, with athletes from across Asia competing in a range of sports and disciplines |
2020 | Turkmenistan implements measures to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, including border closures, quarantine measures, and restrictions on public gatherings and events |
2021 | Turkmenistan celebrates the 30th anniversary of its independence, with cultural events, parades, and other celebrations held across the country |
2022 | Turkmenistan faces ongoing challenges, including economic difficulties, political repression, and international isolation due to concerns over human rights and political freedoms |
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