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Ashgabat: Turkmenistan’s Marble Mirage

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan's capital, presents a dazzling facade of white marble, earning it a place in the Guinness World Records for its density of marble-clad buildings. However, this gleaming metropolis, often dubbed 'The White City', masks a complex reality of national policy and economic challenges. This article delves into the contrasting narratives surrounding this unique capital.