Site of Turkmen defeat by Russian army. Baharden Underground lake. Swim in sulphur spa waters at 30 deg. Very limited facilities. An hour 5 drive from Ashgabat, same direction as Geok Tepe.
Bottled water is usually available and preferable to tap water.
Out of Ashgabat it is not safe to drink tap water. The very dry climate can cause or exacerbate throat infections and skin problems. Boiled sweets and moisturising cream are available in the shops. Bottled water is expensive in hotels but relatively inexpensive in the shops. Dr Samedov can be contacted via the Hotel switchboard, 512181.