Merv

Merv (Persian name: مرو), in current-day Turkmenistan, was a major oasis-city in Central Asia, on the historical Silk Road, located near today's Mary. Several cities have existed on this site, which is significant for the interchange of culture and politics at a site of major strategic value. The site of ancient Merv has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Sites.

Related Topics:
Persian - Turkmenistan - Oasis - City - Central Asia - Silk Road - Mary - UNESCO - World Heritage Sites

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