Turkmenistan, the second most closed country in the world Turkmenistan, the second most closed country in the world Turkmenistan, the second most closed country in the world Turkmenistan, the second most closed country in the world and one of the strangest dictatorships on the planet. and one of the strangest dictatorships on the planet. and one of the strangest dictatorships on the planet. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> and one of the strangest dictatorships on the planet. It is said that its dictators have banned things as absurd as having a beard, It is said that its dictators have banned things as absurd as having a beard, It is said that its dictators have banned things as absurd as having a beard, It is said that its dictators have banned things as absurd as having a beard, saying the word "coronavirus," or

accessing the internet. saying the word "coronavirus," or accessing the internet. saying the word "coronavirus," or accessing the internet. saying the word "coronavirus," or accessing the internet. They erected gold statues dedicated to themselves They erected gold statues dedicated to themselves They erected gold statues dedicated to themselves They erected gold statues dedicated to themselves in the most eccentric city

in the world. in the most eccentric city in the world. in the most eccentric city in the world. in the most eccentric city in the world. Ashgabat, the capital of the country. Ashgabat, the capital of the country. Ashgabat, the capital of the country. Ashgabat, the capital of the country. The city with the most white marble buildings on

Earth The city with the most white marble buildings on Earth The city with the most white marble buildings on Earth The city with the most white marble buildings on Earth and with the most surreal monuments anyone could imagine. and with the most surreal monuments anyone could imagine. and with the most surreal monuments anyone could imagine. and with the most surreal monuments anyone

could imagine. There is no one. There is no one. There is no one. There is no one. Where could the people be? Where could the people be? Where could the people be? Where could the people be? Where are the people of this country? Where are the people of

this country? Where are the people of this country? Where are the people of this country? It is said that in this city, it is forbidden to build anything It is said that in this city, it is forbidden to build anything It is said that in this city, it is forbidden to build anything It is said that in this city, it is forbidden to build anything

that overshadows the government buildings. that overshadows the government buildings. that overshadows the government buildings. that overshadows the government buildings. The first dictator declared himself the eternal protector of the country. The first dictator declared himself the eternal protector of the country. The first dictator declared himself the eternal protector of the country. The first dictator declared himself the eternal protector of

the country. He claimed to have written a book as important as the Qur'an. He claimed to have written a book as important as the Qur'an. He claimed to have written a book as important as the Qur'an. He claimed to have written a book as important as the Qur'an. And he changed the names of the months to the names of his family. And he changed the names of

the months to the names of his family. And he changed the names of the months to the names of his family. And he changed the names of the months to the names of his family. The few journalists who have managed to enter The few journalists who have managed to enter The few journalists who have managed to enter The few journalists who have managed to enter

claim to have been watched the entire time. claim to have been watched the entire time. claim to have been watched the entire time. claim to have been watched the entire time. And they assure that it is illegal and dangerous to criticize the government. And they assure that it is illegal and dangerous to criticize the government. And they assure that it is illegal and dangerous

to criticize the government. And they assure that it is illegal and dangerous to criticize the government. Very little is known about this country due to its isolation Very little is known about this country due to its isolation Very little is known about this country due to its isolation Very little is known about this country due to its isolation and the complete lack of press freedom.

and the complete lack of press freedom. and the complete lack of press freedom. and the complete lack of press freedom. Turkmenistan ranked last in the World Ranking Turkmenistan ranked last in the World Ranking Turkmenistan ranked last in the World Ranking Turkmenistan ranked last in the World Ranking of Press Freedom in 2019. of Press Freedom

in 2019. of Press Freedom in 2019. of Press Freedom in 2019. It even surpassed the most closed country in the world: North Korea. It even surpassed the most closed country in the world: North Korea. It even surpassed the most closed country in the world: North Korea. It even surpassed the most closed country in the world: North Korea. Today we are going to

enter this country Today we are going to enter this country Today we are going to enter this country Today we are going to enter this country to verify if everything they say is true. to verify if everything they say is true. to verify if everything they say is true. to verify if everything they say is true. I

can’t deny that I’m nervous. I can’t deny that I’m nervous. I can’t deny that I’m nervous. I can’t deny that I’m nervous. I’m in Dubai, about to fly to Turkmenistan. I’m in Dubai, about to fly to Turkmenistan. I’m in Dubai, about to fly to Turkmenistan. I’m in Dubai, about to fly to Turkmenistan. The country considered the second

most closed in the world, The country considered the second most closed in the world, The country considered the second most closed in the world, The country considered the second most closed in the world, just after North Korea. just after North Korea. just after North Korea. just after North Korea. This here is an invitation letter. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> This here is an invitation letter. This here is an invitation letter. This here is an invitation letter. It’s the only way a foreigner can enter this country. It’s the only way a foreigner can enter this country. It’s the only way a foreigner can enter this country. It’s the only way a foreigner can enter this country. I have to go apply

for the visa. I have to go apply for the visa. I have to go apply for the visa. I have to go apply for the visa. We’ll arrive at 3 or 4 am, We’ll arrive at 3 or 4 am, We’ll arrive at 3 or 4 am, We’ll arrive at 3 or 4 am, and at that time, we

have to start processing the visa. and at that time, we have to start processing the visa. and at that time, we have to start processing the visa. and at that time, we have to start processing the visa. We have to get a PCR test. We have to get a PCR test. We have to get a PCR test. We have to get a

PCR test. In 2025, tests to detect the coronavirus, In 2025, tests to detect the coronavirus, In 2025, tests to detect the coronavirus, In 2025, tests to detect the coronavirus, and I don’t know what else awaits us. and I don’t know what else awaits us. and I don’t know what else awaits us. and I don’t know what else

awaits us. Join me on this crazy adventure. Join me on this crazy adventure. Join me on this crazy adventure. Join me on this crazy adventure. The first sight I had of the country The first sight I had of the country The first sight I had of the country The first sight I had of the country

was a city with many buildings lit up with neon colors. was a city with many buildings lit up with neon colors. was a city with many buildings lit up with neon colors. was a city with many buildings lit up with neon colors. I arrived at a giant, luxurious airport shaped like a falcon, I arrived at a giant, luxurious airport shaped like a falcon, I

arrived at a giant, luxurious airport shaped like a falcon, I arrived at a giant, luxurious airport shaped like a falcon, that cost 2 billion dollars. that cost 2 billion dollars. that cost 2 billion dollars. that cost 2 billion dollars. Only 10% of the airport is used, Only 10% of the airport is used, Only 10% of the airport

is used, Only 10% of the airport is used, due to the few people who enter the country each year. due to the few people who enter the country each year. due to the few people who enter the country each year. due to the few people who enter the country each year. This is a very strange scene. This is a very strange scene.

This is a very strange scene. This is a very strange scene. We just arrived in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan. We just arrived in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan. We just arrived in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan. We just arrived in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan. The airport is huge. The airport is huge. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> The airport is huge. The airport is huge. I can’t even see the end of all the walking we have to do, I can’t even see the end of all the walking we have to do, I can’t even see the end of all the walking we have to do, I can’t even see the end of all the walking we have to do, and it’s completely empty. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> and it’s completely empty. and it’s completely empty. and it’s completely empty. I went to the bathroom and stayed behind the line coming off the plane, I went to the bathroom and stayed behind the line coming off the plane, I went to the bathroom and stayed behind the line coming off the plane, I went to the bathroom and stayed behind the line coming off

the plane, and ended up alone. and ended up alone. and ended up alone. and ended up alone. To enter, they made me take a totally unnecessary PCR test To enter, they made me take a totally unnecessary PCR test To enter, they made me take a totally unnecessary PCR test To enter, they made me take a totally unnecessary

PCR test and I paid for the visa. and I paid for the visa. and I paid for the visa. and I paid for the visa. In total, it was $130. In total, it was $130. In total, it was $130. In total, it was $130. The first thing that caught my attention when entering

the The first thing that caught my attention when entering the The first thing that caught my attention when entering the The first thing that caught my attention when entering the city was the world’s largest fountain complex. city was the world’s largest fountain complex. city was the world’s largest fountain complex. city was the world’s largest fountain complex. Then,

a hotel shaped like sand dunes Then, a hotel shaped like sand dunes Then, a hotel shaped like sand dunes Then, a hotel shaped like sand dunes and hundreds of imposing buildings with very eye-catching colors and shapes. and hundreds of imposing buildings with very eye-catching colors and shapes. and hundreds of imposing buildings with very eye-catching colors and shapes. and hundreds of imposing buildings

with very eye-catching colors and shapes. What is this? Where did I just arrive? What is this? Where did I just arrive? What is this? Where did I just arrive? What is this? Where did I just arrive? It’s too much to process, and it’s barely 5:30 am. It’s too much to process, and it’s barely 5:30 am. It’s too much to process, and it’s

barely 5:30 am. It’s too much to process, and it’s barely 5:30 am. We’ve just arrived. We’ve just arrived. We’ve just arrived. We’ve just arrived. I’m showing you this place because I can’t stand the sleep, I’m showing you this place because I can’t stand the sleep, I’m showing you this place because I can’t stand the sleep,

I’m showing you this place because I can’t stand the sleep, but I have to tell you something. but I have to tell you something. but I have to tell you something. but I have to tell you something. When I entered, when I was checked at immigration, When I entered, when I was checked at immigration, When I entered, when I

was checked at immigration, When I entered, when I was checked at immigration, and they opened my bags to see everything I had, I thought and they opened my bags to see everything I had, I thought and they opened my bags to see everything I had, I thought and they opened my bags to see everything I had, I thought "this can’t be, the problem’s starting." <font

color="#A0AAB4"> "this can’t be, the problem’s starting." "this can’t be, the problem’s starting." "this can’t be, the problem’s starting." Here the cameras stay, here everything stays. Here the cameras stay, here everything stays. Here the cameras stay, here everything stays. Here the cameras stay, here everything stays. And it turns out that the only thing they were interested in checking was if I had

cigarettes, And it turns out that the only thing they were interested in checking was if I had cigarettes, And it turns out that the only thing they were interested in checking was if I had cigarettes, And it turns out that the only thing they were interested in checking was if I had cigarettes, because it’s strictly forbidden to smoke in this city. because it’s strictly forbidden to smoke in this city.

because it’s strictly forbidden to smoke in this city. because it’s strictly forbidden to smoke in this city. That’s the only thing they searched for among all my things. That’s the only thing they searched for among all my things. That’s the only thing they searched for among all my things. That’s the only thing they searched for among all my things. Also, when I arrived, the

guide told me we had to talk to coordinate Also, when I arrived, the guide told me we had to talk to coordinate Also, when I arrived, the guide told me we had to talk to coordinate Also, when I arrived, the guide told me we had to talk to coordinate and figure out what time we would meet. and figure out what time we would meet. and figure out

what time we would meet. and figure out what time we would meet. Because there’s no way to communicate. Because there’s no way to communicate. Because there’s no way to communicate. Because there’s no way to communicate. There’s no chat where he and I can talk. There’s no chat where he and I can talk. There’s no chat where he

and I can talk. There’s no chat where he and I can talk. That’s something we’ll look at in more detail later. That’s something we’ll look at in more detail later. That’s something we’ll look at in more detail later. That’s something we’ll look at in more detail later. But this is going to be shocking. But this is going to be shocking.

But this is going to be shocking. But this is going to be shocking. I’m telling you this already. I’m telling you this already. I’m telling you this already. I’m telling you this already. I’m going to rest because I can’t stand it anymore, and we’ll talk early. I’m going to rest because I can’t stand it anymore, and we’ll talk early.

I’m going to rest because I can’t stand it anymore, and we’ll talk early. I’m going to rest because I can’t stand it anymore, and we’ll talk early. Tell me if this isn’t one of the weirdest scenes Tell me if this isn’t one of the weirdest scenes Tell me if this isn’t one of the weirdest scenes Tell me if this isn’t one of the weirdest scenes

we’ve had on this channel. we’ve had on this channel. we’ve had on this channel. we’ve had on this channel. Look at this restaurant. Look at this restaurant. Look at this restaurant. Look at this restaurant. It’s the restaurant of a luxury hotel. It’s the restaurant of a luxury hotel.

It’s the restaurant of a luxury hotel. It’s the restaurant of a luxury hotel. This looks like a palace. This looks like a palace. This looks like a palace. This looks like a palace. I don’t think I’ve ever sat in a chair like this. I don’t think I’ve ever sat in a chair like this. I

don’t think I’ve ever sat in a chair like this. I don’t think I’ve ever sat in a chair like this. Never in my life. Never in my life. Never in my life. Never in my life. I feel like I’m in a movie, I feel like I’m in a movie, I feel like I’m in a movie,

I feel like I’m in a movie, and apparently, we are the only guests staying in this place. and apparently, we are the only guests staying in this place. and apparently, we are the only guests staying in this place. and apparently, we are the only guests staying in this place. Do you understand what I’m saying? Do you understand what I’m saying? <font

color="#FFFFFF"> Do you understand what I’m saying? Do you understand what I’m saying? I feel like these could perfectly be the Titanic stairs. I feel like these could perfectly be the Titanic stairs. I feel like these could perfectly be the Titanic stairs. I feel like these could perfectly be the Titanic stairs. when Rose goes down and meets Jack. when Rose goes down and

meets Jack. when Rose goes down and meets Jack. when Rose goes down and meets Jack. Look at this! Look at this! Look at this! Look at this! And the only person there is the maintenance worker. And the only person there is the maintenance worker. And the only person there is the maintenance worker.

And the only person there is the maintenance worker. What I’m about to tell you is 100% real. What I’m about to tell you is 100% real. What I’m about to tell you is 100% real. What I’m about to tell you is 100% real. To appreciate the city well, I have to wear glasses. To appreciate the city well, I have to wear glasses.

To appreciate the city well, I have to wear glasses. To appreciate the city well, I have to wear glasses. Because here, by law, all buildings in the city Because here, by law, all buildings in the city Because here, by law, all buildings in the city Because here, by law, all buildings in the city have to be white.

have to be white. have to be white. have to be white. And not just any white, but white marble. And not just any white, but white marble. And not just any white, but white marble. And not just any white, but white marble. So, you go outside, and the sun’s rays reflect so much. So, you go outside, and

the sun’s rays reflect so much. So, you go outside, and the sun’s rays reflect so much. So, you go outside, and the sun’s rays reflect so much. It’s literally blinding to see this city. It’s literally blinding to see this city. It’s literally blinding to see this city. It’s literally blinding to see this city. This is the view from the seventh floor of

the hotel. This is the view from the seventh floor of the hotel. This is the view from the seventh floor of the hotel. This is the view from the seventh floor of the hotel. Look, everything’s white. Look, everything’s white. Look, everything’s white. Look, everything’s white. The white cars, very strange buildings in the background <font

color="#FFFFFF"> The white cars, very strange buildings in the background The white cars, very strange buildings in the background The white cars, very strange buildings in the background and the highways are practically empty. and the highways are practically empty. and the highways are practically empty. and the highways are practically empty. What mysteries are hidden by this country? What

mysteries are hidden by this country? What mysteries are hidden by this country? What mysteries are hidden by this country? Let’s find out. Let’s find out. Let’s find out. Let’s find out. There’s something we need to verify in this country. There’s something we need to verify in this country. There’s something we need to

verify in this country. There’s something we need to verify in this country. There’s a rumor that everyone who comes from outside There’s a rumor that everyone who comes from outside There’s a rumor that everyone who comes from outside There’s a rumor that everyone who comes from outside is always being watched. is always being watched. is always being

watched. is always being watched. I don’t know if it’s by cameras. I don’t know if it’s by cameras. I don’t know if it’s by cameras. I don’t know if it’s by cameras. I don’t know if there are soldiers everywhere I don’t know if there are soldiers everywhere I don’t know if there are soldiers everywhere <font

color="#A0AAB4"> I don’t know if there are soldiers everywhere or if they assign a detective to follow you. or if they assign a detective to follow you. or if they assign a detective to follow you. or if they assign a detective to follow you. But it’s said that you’re always being observed. But it’s said that you’re always being observed. But it’s said

that you’re always being observed. But it’s said that you’re always being observed. Suddenly, monuments like this start appearing. Suddenly, monuments like this start appearing. Suddenly, monuments like this start appearing. Suddenly, monuments like this start appearing. Gigantic, covered in gold, and made of marble, in the middle of the city. Gigantic, covered in gold, and made of marble, in the middle of the city.

Gigantic, covered in gold, and made of marble, in the middle of the city. Gigantic, covered in gold, and made of marble, in the middle of the city. This is a roundabout. This is a roundabout. This is a roundabout. This is a roundabout. A simple roundabout in Turkmenistan. A simple roundabout in Turkmenistan. A

simple roundabout in Turkmenistan. A simple roundabout in Turkmenistan. Look at what a university looks like in Turkmenistan. Look at what a university looks like in Turkmenistan. Look at what a university looks like in Turkmenistan. Look at what a university looks like in Turkmenistan. It looks like a Roman parliament. It looks like a Roman parliament. It looks like

a Roman parliament. It looks like a Roman parliament. Another monument, about 20 meters tall. Another monument, about 20 meters tall. Another monument, about 20 meters tall. Another monument, about 20 meters tall. A flame with wheat in the center A flame with wheat in the center A flame with wheat in the center A

flame with wheat in the center symbolizing bread being baked or burned. symbolizing bread being baked or burned. symbolizing bread being baked or burned. symbolizing bread being baked or burned. This is an interesting shot, let’s look at a policeman. This is an interesting shot, let’s look at a policeman. This is an interesting shot, let’s look at a policeman.

This is an interesting shot, let’s look at a policeman. A traffic policeman in Turkmenistan. A traffic policeman in Turkmenistan. A traffic policeman in Turkmenistan. A traffic policeman in Turkmenistan. Another university in Turkmenistan. Another university in Turkmenistan. Another university in Turkmenistan. Another university in Turkmenistan. They’re impressive! They’re impressive!

They’re impressive! They’re impressive! And this is how the buses look, identical to those in Bangladesh. And this is how the buses look, identical to those in Bangladesh. And this is how the buses look, identical to those in Bangladesh. And this is how the buses look, identical to those in Bangladesh. This is an important context we need to have <font

color="#FFFFFF"> This is an important context we need to have This is an important context we need to have This is an important context we need to have before we start exploring Turkmenistan in depth. before we start exploring Turkmenistan in depth. before we start exploring Turkmenistan in depth. before we start exploring Turkmenistan in depth. We can start with the fact that the surrounding

countries We can start with the fact that the surrounding countries We can start with the fact that the surrounding countries We can start with the fact that the surrounding countries all end in "stan." all end in "stan." all end in "stan." all end in "stan." Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan. Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan.

Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan. Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan. The word "stan" means "land of." The word "stan" means "land of." The word "stan" means "land of." The word "stan" means "land of." So, Turkmenistan is "the land of the Turkmens." So, Turkmenistan is "the land of the Turkmens." So, Turkmenistan is "the land of the Turkmens." <font

color="#A0AAB4"> So, Turkmenistan is "the land of the Turkmens." A country that became independent in 1991, A country that became independent in 1991, A country that became independent in 1991, A country that became independent in 1991, and in 34 years has only had three presidents. and in 34 years has only had three presidents. and in 34 years has only had three presidents.

and in 34 years has only had three presidents. The current one began his term two years ago. The current one began his term two years ago. The current one began his term two years ago. The current one began his term two years ago. So, you can imagine what that means. So, you can imagine what that means. So,

you can imagine what that means. So, you can imagine what that means. Each one has imposed stranger laws than the last. Each one has imposed stranger laws than the last. Each one has imposed stranger laws than the last. Each one has imposed stranger laws than the last. For example, one erected gold statues of himself in the city. For example, one erected gold

statues of himself in the city. For example, one erected gold statues of himself in the city. For example, one erected gold statues of himself in the city. Even though there are free elections, it is said that they are simply a sham, Even though there are free elections, it is said that they are simply a sham, Even though there are free elections, it is said that they are simply a sham,

Even though there are free elections, it is said that they are simply a sham, where everything is rigged. where everything is rigged. where everything is rigged. where everything is rigged. For a journalist, it is practically impossible For a journalist, it is practically impossible For a journalist, it is practically impossible For a journalist, it is

practically impossible to access information about the country. to access information about the country. to access information about the country. to access information about the country. And Turkmenistan has even surpassed North Korea And Turkmenistan has even surpassed North Korea And Turkmenistan has even surpassed North Korea And Turkmenistan has even surpassed North Korea in

repressing press freedom. in repressing press freedom. in repressing press freedom. in repressing press freedom. Something truly impressive. Something truly impressive. Something truly impressive. Something truly impressive. And moreover, they issue very few tourist visas, And moreover, they issue very few tourist visas, And moreover, they issue very few tourist

visas, And moreover, they issue very few tourist visas, which means that what we are going to experience and see is something completely unheard of. which means that what we are going to experience and see is something completely unheard of. which means that what we are going to experience and see is something completely unheard of. which means that what we are going to experience and see is something completely unheard of.

We have to enjoy it. We have to enjoy it. We have to enjoy it. We have to enjoy it. Turkmenistan has had two very eccentric leaders. Turkmenistan has had two very eccentric leaders. Turkmenistan has had two very eccentric leaders. Turkmenistan has had two very eccentric leaders. The country became independent from the Soviet Union in

1991, The country became independent from the Soviet Union in 1991, The country became independent from the Soviet Union in 1991, The country became independent from the Soviet Union in 1991, and its first president was Saparmurat Niyazov, known as Turkmenbashí. and its first president was Saparmurat Niyazov, known as Turkmenbashí. and its first president was Saparmurat Niyazov, known as Turkmenbashí. and its first president

was Saparmurat Niyazov, known as Turkmenbashí. That was a nickname he gave himself That was a nickname he gave himself That was a nickname he gave himself That was a nickname he gave himself and it means "father of all Turkmens." and it means "father of all Turkmens." and it means "father of all Turkmens." and it means "father of

all Turkmens." He was declared president of the country until his death. He was declared president of the country until his death. He was declared president of the country until his death. He was declared president of the country until his death. He banned opera, ballet, having a dog, listening to music in the car, He banned opera, ballet, having a dog, listening to music in the car,

He banned opera, ballet, having a dog, listening to music in the car, He banned opera, ballet, having a dog, listening to music in the car, studying English, and many other things. studying English, and many other things. studying English, and many other things. studying English, and many other things. He erected gold statues of himself, created Horse Day He erected gold

statues of himself, created Horse Day He erected gold statues of himself, created Horse Day He erected gold statues of himself, created Horse Day and changed the names of the months of the year. and changed the names of the months of the year. and changed the names of the months of the year. and changed the names of the months of the year. He

renamed January after his nickname, Turkmenbashí. He renamed January after his nickname, Turkmenbashí. He renamed January after his nickname, Turkmenbashí. He renamed January after his nickname, Turkmenbashí. April after his mother’s name: Gurbansoltan Eje. April after his mother’s name: Gurbansoltan Eje. April after his mother’s name: Gurbansoltan Eje. April after his mother’s name: Gurbansoltan Eje. And September after the name

of his book: Ruhnama. And September after the name of his book: Ruhnama. And September after the name of his book: Ruhnama. And September after the name of his book: Ruhnama. Turkmenbashí died in 2006 Turkmenbashí died in 2006 Turkmenbashí died in 2006 Turkmenbashí died in 2006 and his dentist became president of Turkmenistan, and

his dentist became president of Turkmenistan, and his dentist became president of Turkmenistan, and his dentist became president of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow. He removed some of the former dictator’s bans He removed some of the former dictator’s bans He removed some of the former dictator’s bans <font

color="#A0AAB4"> He removed some of the former dictator’s bans and established his own. and established his own. and established his own. and established his own. Additionally, he promoted himself as a superhero, Additionally, he promoted himself as a superhero, Additionally, he promoted himself as a superhero, Additionally, he promoted himself as a superhero, driving

at high speed, lifting weights, and shooting guns. driving at high speed, lifting weights, and shooting guns. driving at high speed, lifting weights, and shooting guns. driving at high speed, lifting weights, and shooting guns. The media, controlled by him, declared him to have superhuman aim The media, controlled by him, declared him to have superhuman aim The media, controlled by him, declared him to have superhuman aim

The media, controlled by him, declared him to have superhuman aim and extraordinary physical abilities. and extraordinary physical abilities. and extraordinary physical abilities. and extraordinary physical abilities. One of the strangest episodes was a horse race One of the strangest episodes was a horse race One of the strangest episodes was a horse race One of the

strangest episodes was a horse race where he declared himself the winner despite falling off the horse. where he declared himself the winner despite falling off the horse. where he declared himself the winner despite falling off the horse. where he declared himself the winner despite falling off the horse. The video was censored in the country, but it’s still out there. The video was censored in the country, but

it’s still out there. The video was censored in the country, but it’s still out there. The video was censored in the country, but it’s still out there. Berdimuhamedow was president for 16 years Berdimuhamedow was president for 16 years Berdimuhamedow was president for 16 years Berdimuhamedow was president for 16 years and in 2022, his son was elected the new president of the country.

and in 2022, his son was elected the new president of the country. and in 2022, his son was elected the new president of the country. and in 2022, his son was elected the new president of the country. I know this sounds like a movie, but it’s not. I know this sounds like a movie, but it’s not. I know this sounds like a movie, but it’s not. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> I know this sounds like a movie, but it’s not. It’s real. It’s real. It’s real. It’s real. There are soldiers to the left. There are soldiers to the left. There are soldiers to the left. There are soldiers to the left. So, let’s just focus the camera to the right.

So, let’s just focus the camera to the right. So, let’s just focus the camera to the right. So, let’s just focus the camera to the right. In general, filming anywhere in the city should be done carefully. In general, filming anywhere in the city should be done carefully. In general, filming anywhere in the city should be done carefully. In general, filming anywhere in

the city should be done carefully. It’s completely forbidden to film government buildings and the military. It’s completely forbidden to film government buildings and the military. It’s completely forbidden to film government buildings and the military. It’s completely forbidden to film government buildings and the military. Even locals didn’t want to appear in videos, Even locals didn’t want to appear in videos, Even locals didn’t

want to appear in videos, Even locals didn’t want to appear in videos, even though I wasn’t filming them directly. even though I wasn’t filming them directly. even though I wasn’t filming them directly. even though I wasn’t filming them directly. Very curious. Very curious. Very curious. Very curious. The

first two interactions I had in this country with people. The first two interactions I had in this country with people. The first two interactions I had in this country with people. The first two interactions I had in this country with people. The first one told me not to film, The first one told me not to film, The first one told me not to film, <font

color="#A0AAB4"> The first one told me not to film, and the second one also asked me not to film the people and the second one also asked me not to film the people and the second one also asked me not to film the people and the second one also asked me not to film the people who were working. who were working. who

were working. who were working. But they weren’t the police, they were just ordinary people. But they weren’t the police, they were just ordinary people. But they weren’t the police, they were just ordinary people. But they weren’t the police, they were just ordinary people. This is the White City. This is the White City. This is the White City.

This is the White City. The entire city, every building, every corner is made of white marble. The entire city, every building, every corner is made of white marble. The entire city, every building, every corner is made of white marble. The entire city, every building, every corner is made of white marble. Imported from Italy. Imported from Italy. Imported

from Italy. Imported from Italy. Wherever you look, Wherever you look, Wherever you look, Wherever you look, all the residential areas, all the shopping centers, all the residential areas, all the shopping centers, all the residential areas, all the shopping centers, all the residential areas, all the shopping centers, even

this Olympic complex nearby, even this Olympic complex nearby, even this Olympic complex nearby, even this Olympic complex nearby, are built with marble. are built with marble. are built with marble. are built with marble. This city holds the Guinness World Record This city holds the Guinness World Record This

city holds the Guinness World Record This city holds the Guinness World Record for being the city with the most Guinness World Records in the world. for being the city with the most Guinness World Records in the world. for being the city with the most Guinness World Records in the world. for being the city with the most Guinness World Records in the world. I had to write them

down because there are so many, I had to write them down because there are so many, I had to write them down because there are so many, I had to write them down because there are so many, and I don’t even think I have them all. and I don’t even think I have them all. and I don’t even think I have them all. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> and I don’t even think I have them all. It’s the city with the most white marble buildings in the world, with 543 buildings. It’s the city with the most white marble buildings in the world, with 543 buildings. It’s the city with the most white marble buildings in the world, with 543 buildings. It’s the city with the most white marble buildings in the world, with 543 buildings. But they keep building, so

there must be more now. But they keep building, so there must be more now. But they keep building, so there must be more now. But they keep building, so there must be more now. It’s the city with the most fountains in the world. It’s the city with the most fountains in the world. It’s the city with the most fountains in the world.

It’s the city with the most fountains in the world. Here is the world’s largest water sports center. Here is the world’s largest water sports center. Here is the world’s largest water sports center. Here is the world’s largest water sports center. It has the tallest star-shaped building in the world. It has the tallest star-shaped building in the world. It has the tallest star-shaped

building in the world. It has the tallest star-shaped building in the world. It has the largest octagonal shape in the world. It has the largest octagonal shape in the world. It has the largest octagonal shape in the world. It has the largest octagonal shape in the world. The world’s largest bicycle ride took place here. The world’s largest bicycle ride took place here.

The world’s largest bicycle ride took place here. The world’s largest bicycle ride took place here. There were over a thousand people, all at the same time, on bicycles. There were over a thousand people, all at the same time, on bicycles. There were over a thousand people, all at the same time, on bicycles. There were over a thousand people, all at the same time, on bicycles.

It has the world’s largest falcon-shaped airport. It has the world’s largest falcon-shaped airport. It has the world’s largest falcon-shaped airport. It has the world’s largest falcon-shaped airport. Here the record for the largest number of people Here the record for the largest number of people Here the record for the largest number of people Here the record for the largest number

of people singing at the same time in one place was broken. singing at the same time in one place was broken. singing at the same time in one place was broken. singing at the same time in one place was broken. It has the world’s largest horse sculpture It has the world’s largest horse sculpture It has the world’s largest horse sculpture

It has the world’s largest horse sculpture and several more records that have been told to me, and several more records that have been told to me, and several more records that have been told to me, and several more records that have been told to me, that I didn’t even have on my humble list. that I didn’t even have on my humble list.

that I didn’t even have on my humble list. that I didn’t even have on my humble list. This is very strange. This is very strange. This is very strange. This is very strange. We’re arriving at one of the largest public parks in the country. We’re arriving at one of the largest public parks in the country. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> We’re arriving at one of the largest public parks in the country. We’re arriving at one of the largest public parks in the country. A 34-hectare park where there isn’t a single person. A 34-hectare park where there isn’t a single person. A 34-hectare park where there isn’t a single person. A 34-hectare park where there isn’t a single person. There are people, but the only ones here are

guards watching. There are people, but the only ones here are guards watching. There are people, but the only ones here are guards watching. There are people, but the only ones here are guards watching. This shot you’re about to see is very special. This shot you’re about to see is very special. This shot you’re about to see is very special. This shot you’re

about to see is very special. There are also people cleaning an empty park There are also people cleaning an empty park There are also people cleaning an empty park There are also people cleaning an empty park to keep it as perfect as we are seeing it. to keep it as perfect as we are seeing it. to keep it as perfect as we

are seeing it. to keep it as perfect as we are seeing it. This monument you see here is to the most important book of Turkmenistan, This monument you see here is to the most important book of Turkmenistan, This monument you see here is to the most important book of Turkmenistan, This monument you see here is to the most important book of Turkmenistan, written by the first dictator,

Turkmenbashí. written by the first dictator, Turkmenbashí. written by the first dictator, Turkmenbashí. written by the first dictator, Turkmenbashí. It’s called Ruhnama, and according to him, he wrote it guided by Allah. It’s called Ruhnama, and according to him, he wrote it guided by Allah. It’s called Ruhnama, and according to him, he wrote it guided by Allah. It’s called Ruhnama, and according to him,

he wrote it guided by Allah. The book is about spirituality and civics, and about Turkmenistan’s culture. The book is about spirituality and civics, and about Turkmenistan’s culture. The book is about spirituality and civics, and about Turkmenistan’s culture. The book is about spirituality and civics, and about Turkmenistan’s culture. Let me tell you the most shocking thing about this book. Let me tell you the most shocking thing about

this book. Let me tell you the most shocking thing about this book. Let me tell you the most shocking thing about this book. The dictator declared that memorizing the book was mandatory. The dictator declared that memorizing the book was mandatory. The dictator declared that memorizing the book was mandatory. The dictator declared that memorizing the book was mandatory. People had to take exams

about the book, People had to take exams about the book, People had to take exams about the book, People had to take exams about the book, to be able to enter university. to be able to enter university. to be able to enter university. to be able to enter university. Doctors had to swear loyalty to the book before

they could practice their profession. Doctors had to swear loyalty to the book before they could practice their profession. Doctors had to swear loyalty to the book before they could practice their profession. Doctors had to swear loyalty to the book before they could practice their profession. Those who wanted to get a driver’s license Those who wanted to get a driver’s license Those who wanted to get a driver’s

license Those who wanted to get a driver’s license had to know details of the book too. had to know details of the book too. had to know details of the book too. had to know details of the book too. For him, the book was so important that he sent it in a Russian rocket For him, the book was so important that he

sent it in a Russian rocket For him, the book was so important that he sent it in a Russian rocket For him, the book was so important that he sent it in a Russian rocket to orbit around the Earth. to orbit around the Earth. to orbit around the Earth. to orbit around the Earth. That is, there’s a copy of the Ruhnama orbiting

in space. That is, there’s a copy of the Ruhnama orbiting in space. That is, there’s a copy of the Ruhnama orbiting in space. That is, there’s a copy of the Ruhnama orbiting in space. And this monument, in the past, was so impressive that, And this monument, in the past, was so impressive that, And this monument, in the past, was so impressive that,

And this monument, in the past, was so impressive that, if you look closely, the book wasn’t centered because it opened. if you look closely, the book wasn’t centered because it opened. if you look closely, the book wasn’t centered because it opened. if you look closely, the book wasn’t centered because it opened. Inside, there was a TV and a speaker that would read a random paragraph from the book. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> Inside, there was a TV and a speaker that would read a random paragraph from the book. Inside, there was a TV and a speaker that would read a random paragraph from the book. Inside, there was a TV and a speaker that would read a random paragraph from the book. I’m noticing that people here aren’t friendly, I’m noticing that people here aren’t friendly, I’m noticing that people here aren’t friendly,

I’m noticing that people here aren’t friendly, and they aren’t friendly to each other either. and they aren’t friendly to each other either. and they aren’t friendly to each other either. and they aren’t friendly to each other either. For example, my guide crosses paths with people on the street, For example, my guide crosses paths with people on the street, For

example, my guide crosses paths with people on the street, For example, my guide crosses paths with people on the street, when we meet someone, they don’t say anything, not even look at each other. when we meet someone, they don’t say anything, not even look at each other. when we meet someone, they don’t say anything, not even look at each other. when we meet someone, they don’t say anything, not even look at

each other. That custom doesn’t exist. That custom doesn’t exist. That custom doesn’t exist. That custom doesn’t exist. In fact, I try to greet people. In fact, I try to greet people. In fact, I try to greet people. In fact, I try to greet people. It’s the least you can do if you’re not

from here. It’s the least you can do if you’re not from here. It’s the least you can do if you’re not from here. It’s the least you can do if you’re not from here. And they don’t return my greeting. And they don’t return my greeting. And they don’t return my greeting. And they don’t return my greeting. Only

hotel staff does, and I think it’s because they’re forced to. Only hotel staff does, and I think it’s because they’re forced to. Only hotel staff does, and I think it’s because they’re forced to. Only hotel staff does, and I think it’s because they’re forced to. Ashgabat is a white city. Ashgabat is a white city. Ashgabat is a white city. Ashgabat is a

white city. Entirely made of white marble imported from Italy. Entirely made of white marble imported from Italy. Entirely made of white marble imported from Italy. Entirely made of white marble imported from Italy. And because of this, I read that it’s forbidden to use a dark-colored car. And because of this, I read that it’s forbidden to use a dark-colored car. And because of

this, I read that it’s forbidden to use a dark-colored car. And because of this, I read that it’s forbidden to use a dark-colored car. For example, the guide tells me it’s not prohibited, For example, the guide tells me it’s not prohibited, For example, the guide tells me it’s not prohibited, For example, the guide tells me it’s not prohibited, that people can decide freely. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> that people can decide freely. that people can decide freely. that people can decide freely. I don’t believe him. I don’t believe him. I don’t believe him. I don’t believe him. Look for yourselves, judge for yourselves. Look for yourselves, judge for yourselves. Look for yourselves, judge for yourselves.

Look for yourselves, judge for yourselves. The darkest car I’ve seen is a golden one. The darkest car I’ve seen is a golden one. The darkest car I’ve seen is a golden one. The darkest car I’ve seen is a golden one. Even the buses are white, everything is white. Even the buses are white, everything is white. Even the buses are white, everything is

white. Even the buses are white, everything is white. And by the way, I also read that it’s forbidden to use motorcycles in the city. And by the way, I also read that it’s forbidden to use motorcycles in the city. And by the way, I also read that it’s forbidden to use motorcycles in the city. And by the way, I also read that it’s forbidden to use motorcycles in the city.

Again, the guide says anyone can use them, Again, the guide says anyone can use them, Again, the guide says anyone can use them, Again, the guide says anyone can use them, but... but... but... but... White reflects too much. White reflects too much. White reflects too

much. White reflects too much. The truth is, I haven’t seen a single one. The truth is, I haven’t seen a single one. The truth is, I haven’t seen a single one. The truth is, I haven’t seen a single one. Just like this, it’s said that there are many other absurd prohibitions, Just like this, it’s said that there are many other absurd prohibitions,

Just like this, it’s said that there are many other absurd prohibitions, Just like this, it’s said that there are many other absurd prohibitions, like saying the president’s name in public, like saying the president’s name in public, like saying the president’s name in public, like saying the president’s name in public, having a beard if you’re young, wearing lipstick, painting your nails,

having a beard if you’re young, wearing lipstick, painting your nails, having a beard if you’re young, wearing lipstick, painting your nails, having a beard if you’re young, wearing lipstick, painting your nails, getting cosmetic treatments, saying the word "coronavirus," getting cosmetic treatments, saying the word "coronavirus," getting cosmetic treatments, saying the word "coronavirus," getting cosmetic treatments, saying the word "coronavirus," wearing

bright colors, using a VPN to access the internet, wearing bright colors, using a VPN to access the internet, wearing bright colors, using a VPN to access the internet, wearing bright colors, using a VPN to access the internet, and playing violent video games. and playing violent video games. and playing violent video games. and playing violent video games. It’s

also read online that it’s forbidden to emigrate, It’s also read online that it’s forbidden to emigrate, It’s also read online that it’s forbidden to emigrate, It’s also read online that it’s forbidden to emigrate, and that trying to escape is almost impossible and very dangerous for Turkmens. and that trying to escape is almost impossible and very dangerous for Turkmens. and that trying to escape is almost impossible and

very dangerous for Turkmens. and that trying to escape is almost impossible and very dangerous for Turkmens. All these rules and prohibitions have been documented by journalists All these rules and prohibitions have been documented by journalists All these rules and prohibitions have been documented by journalists All these rules and prohibitions have been documented by journalists over the years. over the years.

over the years. over the years. And I could simply tell you that it’s all real And I could simply tell you that it’s all real And I could simply tell you that it’s all real And I could simply tell you that it’s all real and make a sensationalist video. and make a sensationalist video. and

make a sensationalist video. and make a sensationalist video. But that’s not my intention. But that’s not my intention. But that’s not my intention. But that’s not my intention. I want to tell you the reality, what I’m living. I want to tell you the reality, what I’m living. I want to tell you the reality, what I’m living. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> I want to tell you the reality, what I’m living. So, even though many of these rules are still in effect So, even though many of these rules are still in effect So, even though many of these rules are still in effect So, even though many of these rules are still in effect and it’s evident that they are real, but there are others that perhaps are no longer as

true. and it’s evident that they are real, but there are others that perhaps are no longer as true. and it’s evident that they are real, but there are others that perhaps are no longer as true. and it’s evident that they are real, but there are others that perhaps are no longer as true. For example, I’ve seen women wearing a lot of makeup. For example, I’ve seen women wearing a lot of makeup.

For example, I’ve seen women wearing a lot of makeup. For example, I’ve seen women wearing a lot of makeup. Almost all of them wear makeup. Almost all of them wear makeup. Almost all of them wear makeup. Almost all of them wear makeup. I’ve seen women with painted nails. I’ve seen women with painted nails. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> I’ve seen women with painted nails. I’ve seen women with painted nails. I’ve seen young men with beards. I’ve seen young men with beards. I’ve seen young men with beards. I’ve seen young men with beards. So, some of these simpler and more absurd rules, So, some of these simpler and more absurd rules, So, some of these simpler

and more absurd rules, So, some of these simpler and more absurd rules, maybe they’re no longer being enforced. maybe they’re no longer being enforced. maybe they’re no longer being enforced. maybe they’re no longer being enforced. Also, let me tell you something interesting, just between you and me. Also, let me tell you something interesting, just between you and me. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> Also, let me tell you something interesting, just between you and me. Also, let me tell you something interesting, just between you and me. I’m not a journalist. I’m not a journalist. I’m not a journalist. I’m not a journalist. I’m just a regular person from my town, who wants to discover these realities. I’m just a regular person from my town, who wants

to discover these realities. I’m just a regular person from my town, who wants to discover these realities. I’m just a regular person from my town, who wants to discover these realities. That’s why I’m asking everything, That’s why I’m asking everything, That’s why I’m asking everything, That’s why I’m asking everything, and talking to the agency that’s moving me around here, <font

color="#A0AAB4"> and talking to the agency that’s moving me around here, and talking to the agency that’s moving me around here, and talking to the agency that’s moving me around here, about everything I ask, they give me a simple or evasive answer. about everything I ask, they give me a simple or evasive answer. about everything I ask, they give me a simple or evasive answer. about everything

I ask, they give me a simple or evasive answer. Sometimes they say something isn’t true. Sometimes they say something isn’t true. Sometimes they say something isn’t true. Sometimes they say something isn’t true. If I ask if it’s easy to leave the country, they tell me it’s very easy, If I ask if it’s easy to leave the country, they tell me it’s very easy, <font

color="#FFFFFF"> If I ask if it’s easy to leave the country, they tell me it’s very easy, If I ask if it’s easy to leave the country, they tell me it’s very easy, that you just have to apply for a visa and leave. that you just have to apply for a visa and leave. that you just have to apply for a visa and leave. that you just have to apply for a visa

and leave. If I ask about restrictions, they say it’s for the good of the population. If I ask about restrictions, they say it’s for the good of the population. If I ask about restrictions, they say it’s for the good of the population. If I ask about restrictions, they say it’s for the good of the population. I don’t know if they’re forced to sell me an ideal image of the country,

I don’t know if they’re forced to sell me an ideal image of the country, I don’t know if they’re forced to sell me an ideal image of the country, I don’t know if they’re forced to sell me an ideal image of the country, or if what we read on the internet isn’t as accurate as it seems. or if what we read on the internet isn’t as accurate as it seems. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> or if what we read on the internet isn’t as accurate as it seems. or if what we read on the internet isn’t as accurate as it seems. I’m telling you this because I have that big doubt right now. I’m telling you this because I have that big doubt right now. I’m telling you this because I have that big doubt right now. I’m telling you this because I have that big doubt

right now. I don’t know what the real reality is. I don’t know what the real reality is. I don’t know what the real reality is. I don’t know what the real reality is. I don’t know if they’re trained to make me see everything as perfect. I don’t know if they’re trained to make me see everything as perfect. I don’t know if they’re

trained to make me see everything as perfect. I don’t know if they’re trained to make me see everything as perfect. I even feel like coming to live here. I even feel like coming to live here. I even feel like coming to live here. I even feel like coming to live here. Although I’d have to see the reality. Although I’d have to see

the reality. Although I’d have to see the reality. Although I’d have to see the reality. How does the internet work in this country? How does the internet work in this country? How does the internet work in this country? How does the internet work in this country? It turns out that almost all free access to the internet is prohibited. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> It turns out that almost all free access to the internet is prohibited. It turns out that almost all free access to the internet is prohibited. It turns out that almost all free access to the internet is prohibited. In fact, social media cannot be used. In fact, social media cannot be used. In fact, social media cannot be used. In fact, social media cannot be used.

There’s no WhatsApp, no Instagram, no TikTok, and no YouTube. There’s no WhatsApp, no Instagram, no TikTok, and no YouTube. There’s no WhatsApp, no Instagram, no TikTok, and no YouTube. There’s no WhatsApp, no Instagram, no TikTok, and no YouTube. For example, I’m connected to the hotel’s wifi, and see that I can’t use anything, For example, I’m connected to the hotel’s wifi, and see that I can’t use anything,

For example, I’m connected to the hotel’s wifi, and see that I can’t use anything, For example, I’m connected to the hotel’s wifi, and see that I can’t use anything, even though I have a connection. even though I have a connection. even though I have a connection. even though I have a connection. Everything is blocked, controlled directly by the government.

Everything is blocked, controlled directly by the government. Everything is blocked, controlled directly by the government. Everything is blocked, controlled directly by the government. The internet does work. The internet does work. The internet does work. The internet does work. I can enter Google, I can search for anything, I can enter Google, I can search for anything,

I can enter Google, I can search for anything, I can enter Google, I can search for anything, but I tried to open a link from a newspaper and it’s blocked. but I tried to open a link from a newspaper and it’s blocked. but I tried to open a link from a newspaper and it’s blocked. but I tried to open a link from a newspaper and it’s blocked.

I can’t see it, I can only access what they allow. I can’t see it, I can only access what they allow. I can’t see it, I can only access what they allow. I can’t see it, I can only access what they allow. However, in practice, I have to tell you something curious. However, in practice, I have to tell you something curious. However, in practice,

I have to tell you something curious. However, in practice, I have to tell you something curious. For example, a girl approached me and asked for my YouTube channel. For example, a girl approached me and asked for my YouTube channel. For example, a girl approached me and asked for my YouTube channel. For example, a girl approached me and asked for my YouTube channel. Then, I realized that they

do consume TikTok. Then, I realized that they do consume TikTok. Then, I realized that they do consume TikTok. Then, I realized that they do consume TikTok. There are even Turkmen content creators. There are even Turkmen content creators. There are even Turkmen content creators. There are even Turkmen content creators. I don’t know what VPN they’re using, because from

what I read, I don’t know what VPN they’re using, because from what I read, I don’t know what VPN they’re using, because from what I read, I don’t know what VPN they’re using, because from what I read, it can be dangerous if they catch you using a VPN. it can be dangerous if they catch you using a VPN. it can be dangerous if they catch you using

a VPN. it can be dangerous if they catch you using a VPN. I don’t know if they take the risk or not, but I do know they use VPNs, I don’t know if they take the risk or not, but I do know they use VPNs, I don’t know if they take the risk or not, but I do know they use VPNs, I don’t know if they take the risk or not, but

I do know they use VPNs, and access all these social networks and news websites. and access all these social networks and news websites. and access all these social networks and news websites. and access all these social networks and news websites. I, for example, am using Surfshark, I, for example, am using Surfshark, I, for example, am using Surfshark,

I, for example, am using Surfshark, one of the best in the world, which I always recommend. one of the best in the world, which I always recommend. one of the best in the world, which I always recommend. one of the best in the world, which I always recommend. And here I’ll show you live how it works. And here I’ll show you live how it works.

And here I’ll show you live how it works. And here I’ll show you live how it works. I simply connect to the nearest network, I simply connect to the nearest network, I simply connect to the nearest network, I simply connect to the nearest network, which in this case shows up as Belgium. which in this case shows up as Belgium.

which in this case shows up as Belgium. which in this case shows up as Belgium. Once connected, I start browsing as if I were in Belgium. Once connected, I start browsing as if I were in Belgium. Once connected, I start browsing as if I were in Belgium. Once connected, I start browsing as if I were in Belgium. I’m connected now.

I’m connected now. I’m connected now. I’m connected now. First, it creates a security bubble that protects me from hackers, First, it creates a security bubble that protects me from hackers, First, it creates a security bubble that protects me from hackers, First, it creates a security bubble that protects me from hackers, or anyone who wants to steal my information <font

color="#A0AAB4"> or anyone who wants to steal my information or anyone who wants to steal my information or anyone who wants to steal my information through this public network. through this public network. through this public network. through this public network. Then, as I showed you, everything here is blocked. Then, as I showed you, everything here

is blocked. Then, as I showed you, everything here is blocked. Then, as I showed you, everything here is blocked. You can’t use Instagram, Facebook, or anything. You can’t use Instagram, Facebook, or anything. You can’t use Instagram, Facebook, or anything. You can’t use Instagram, Facebook, or anything. But for example, I open TikTok and I can browse on TikTok.

But for example, I open TikTok and I can browse on TikTok. But for example, I open TikTok and I can browse on TikTok. But for example, I open TikTok and I can browse on TikTok. It’s a little slow, because the internet is still bad. It’s a little slow, because the internet is still bad. It’s a little slow, because the internet is still bad. It’s a little slow,

because the internet is still bad. The VPN doesn’t improve the speed, but I can still browse. The VPN doesn’t improve the speed, but I can still browse. The VPN doesn’t improve the speed, but I can still browse. The VPN doesn’t improve the speed, but I can still browse. I can also use Instagram, I can use WhatsApp, I can also use Instagram, I can use WhatsApp,

I can also use Instagram, I can use WhatsApp, I can also use Instagram, I can use WhatsApp, and send or receive messages. and send or receive messages. and send or receive messages. and send or receive messages. It’s very useful. It’s very useful. It’s very useful. It’s very useful.

Additionally, by changing your virtual location, content is also unlocked Additionally, by changing your virtual location, content is also unlocked Additionally, by changing your virtual location, content is also unlocked Additionally, by changing your virtual location, content is also unlocked on platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon Prime. on platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon Prime. on platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon Prime.

on platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon Prime. So, in the description, I’ll leave a link with a special price So, in the description, I’ll leave a link with a special price So, in the description, I’ll leave a link with a special price So, in the description, I’ll leave a link with a special price to take advantage of, plus four extra months for free. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> to take advantage of, plus four extra months for free. to take advantage of, plus four extra months for free. to take advantage of, plus four extra months for free. Let’s risk recording a little bit around here, to see if they don’t kick us out. Let’s risk recording a little bit around here, to see if they don’t kick us out. Let’s risk recording a little bit around here, to see if

they don’t kick us out. Let’s risk recording a little bit around here, to see if they don’t kick us out. But if not, at least we’ll get as far as we’re allowed. But if not, at least we’ll get as far as we’re allowed. But if not, at least we’ll get as far as we’re allowed. But if not, at least we’ll get as far as we’re allowed. First

time someone greets me in this country! First time someone greets me in this country! First time someone greets me in this country! First time someone greets me in this country! Here we see thermal clothing for sale, because it’s pretty cold. Here we see thermal clothing for sale, because it’s pretty cold. Here we see thermal clothing for sale, because it’s pretty cold. Here

we see thermal clothing for sale, because it’s pretty cold. Look at what I’m saying. Look at what I’m saying. Look at what I’m saying. Look at what I’m saying. People don’t say anything. People don’t say anything. People don’t say anything. People don’t say anything. Here, they sell telpek, which is... <font

color="#A0AAB4"> Here, they sell telpek, which is... Here, they sell telpek, which is... Here, they sell telpek, which is... It’s like... It’s like... It’s like... It’s like... How can we call it? How can we call it? How can we call it? How can we call it?

A traditional Turkmen hat. A traditional Turkmen hat. A traditional Turkmen hat. A traditional Turkmen hat. It’s made from sheep wool. It’s made from sheep wool. It’s made from sheep wool. It’s made from sheep wool. This is a leather suit for children. This is a leather suit for children.

This is a leather suit for children. This is a leather suit for children. This is a suit... This is a suit... This is a suit... This is a suit... This is a traditional suit for adults. This is a traditional suit for adults. This is a traditional suit for adults. This

is a traditional suit for adults. It smells strong. It smells strong. It smells strong. It smells strong. It literally smells like sheep. It literally smells like sheep. It literally smells like sheep. It literally smells like sheep. It’s sheep wool inside and around the edges. It’s sheep wool inside

and around the edges. It’s sheep wool inside and around the edges. It’s sheep wool inside and around the edges. This must be really warm, as you can imagine. This must be really warm, as you can imagine. This must be really warm, as you can imagine. This must be really warm, as you can imagine. They say I look like a Turkmen.

They say I look like a Turkmen. They say I look like a Turkmen. They say I look like a Turkmen. Look at the traditional suit. Look at the traditional suit. Look at the traditional suit. Look at the traditional suit. Just a few seconds, and I won’t lie to you, Just a few seconds, and I

won’t lie to you, Just a few seconds, and I won’t lie to you, Just a few seconds, and I won’t lie to you, I’m warming up, and it’s 0 degrees right now. I’m warming up, and it’s 0 degrees right now. I’m warming up, and it’s 0 degrees right now. I’m warming up, and it’s 0 degrees right now. I was just looking for

deodorant in this country, because I ran out. I was just looking for deodorant in this country, because I ran out. I was just looking for deodorant in this country, because I ran out. I was just looking for deodorant in this country, because I ran out. And I didn’t think I’d find international brands in Turkmenistan. And I didn’t think I’d find international brands in Turkmenistan. And I didn’t

think I’d find international brands in Turkmenistan. And I didn’t think I’d find international brands in Turkmenistan. Because of everything I’d read, I thought it was a very closed-off country. Because of everything I’d read, I thought it was a very closed-off country. Because of everything I’d read, I thought it was a very closed-off country. Because of everything I’d read, I thought it was a very closed-off country. I

thought I’d only find Russian products or very local things, but no. I thought I’d only find Russian products or very local things, but no. I thought I’d only find Russian products or very local things, but no. I thought I’d only find Russian products or very local things, but no. I’m finding brands like Old Spice, Rexona, Nivea, Gillette, Axe. I’m finding brands like Old Spice, Rexona, Nivea, Gillette, Axe. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> I’m finding brands like Old Spice, Rexona, Nivea, Gillette, Axe. I’m finding brands like Old Spice, Rexona, Nivea, Gillette, Axe. A lot of international brands, A lot of international brands, A lot of international brands, A lot of international brands, And for example, this deodorant costs $2. And for example, this deodorant costs $2. And for example, this deodorant

costs $2. And for example, this deodorant costs $2. Here, there are obviously imitations as well. Here, there are obviously imitations as well. Here, there are obviously imitations as well. Here, there are obviously imitations as well. For example, there’s no Victoria’s Secret, there’s a brand called Victoria World, For example, there’s no Victoria’s Secret, there’s a brand called Victoria World, <font

color="#FFFFFF"> For example, there’s no Victoria’s Secret, there’s a brand called Victoria World, For example, there’s no Victoria’s Secret, there’s a brand called Victoria World, made in China. made in China. made in China. made in China. This is how the Turkmen language looks written. This is how the Turkmen language looks written. This is how the Turkmen language looks

written. This is how the Turkmen language looks written. This is a Turkmen book. This is a Turkmen book. This is a Turkmen book. This is a Turkmen book. I’m even seeing stores with the Apple logo. I’m even seeing stores with the Apple logo. I’m even seeing stores with the Apple logo. I’m even

seeing stores with the Apple logo. Could they be selling iPhones? Could they be selling iPhones? Could they be selling iPhones? Could they be selling iPhones? Indeed, I found a store with everything. Indeed, I found a store with everything. Indeed, I found a store with everything. Indeed, I found a store with everything. Here

they sell Meta Quest, I see iMacs, PlayStation 5, Here they sell Meta Quest, I see iMacs, PlayStation 5, Here they sell Meta Quest, I see iMacs, PlayStation 5, Here they sell Meta Quest, I see iMacs, PlayStation 5, JBL speakers. JBL speakers. JBL speakers. JBL speakers. I thought there was none of this in this country. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> I thought there was none of this in this country. I thought there was none of this in this country. I thought there was none of this in this country. From what I understand, all iPhones and other products From what I understand, all iPhones and other products From what I understand, all iPhones and other products From what I understand, all iPhones and other products

are imported from Dubai. are imported from Dubai. are imported from Dubai. are imported from Dubai. I don’t know if there’s an official store, I don’t know if the government allows it, I don’t know if there’s an official store, I don’t know if the government allows it, I don’t know if there’s an official store, I don’t know if the government allows it, <font

color="#A0AAB4"> I don’t know if there’s an official store, I don’t know if the government allows it, but at least these local stores offer them. but at least these local stores offer them. but at least these local stores offer them. but at least these local stores offer them. And these phones here have gold-encrusted covers And these phones here have gold-encrusted covers And

these phones here have gold-encrusted covers And these phones here have gold-encrusted covers that cost $1,700. that cost $1,700. that cost $1,700. that cost $1,700. I discovered something new. I discovered something new. I discovered something new. I discovered something new. The people in the market are very friendly, <font

color="#A0AAB4"> The people in the market are very friendly, The people in the market are very friendly, The people in the market are very friendly, probably because they are sellers and want to make sales. probably because they are sellers and want to make sales. probably because they are sellers and want to make sales. probably because they are sellers and want to make sales.

But I also noticed that older people are much more reserved. But I also noticed that older people are much more reserved. But I also noticed that older people are much more reserved. But I also noticed that older people are much more reserved. They don’t greet, they don’t want anything to do with cameras or tourists. They don’t greet, they don’t want anything to do with cameras or tourists.

They don’t greet, they don’t want anything to do with cameras or tourists. They don’t greet, they don’t want anything to do with cameras or tourists. But the young people are the opposite. But the young people are the opposite. But the young people are the opposite. But the young people are the opposite. Even a young man asked me for a photo earlier, and some have

greeted me. Even a young man asked me for a photo earlier, and some have greeted me. Even a young man asked me for a photo earlier, and some have greeted me. Even a young man asked me for a photo earlier, and some have greeted me. I had the doubt if I could walk around the city on my own, I had the doubt if I could walk around the city on my own,

I had the doubt if I could walk around the city on my own, I had the doubt if I could walk around the city on my own, away from the guides and anyone who might be watching me. away from the guides and anyone who might be watching me. away from the guides and anyone who might be watching me. away from the guides and anyone who might be

watching me. And the answer was yes. And the answer was yes. And the answer was yes. And the answer was yes. They told me I can move freely, I can walk alone. They told me I can move freely, I can walk alone. They told me I can move freely, I can walk alone. They told me I can

move freely, I can walk alone. There’s only one rule: you can’t walk after 9 pm. There’s only one rule: you can’t walk after 9 pm. There’s only one rule: you can’t walk after 9 pm. There’s only one rule: you can’t walk after 9 pm. It’s a government rule. It’s a government rule. It’s a government rule. It’s a

government rule. Tourists can’t be on the street after that hour. Tourists can’t be on the street after that hour. Tourists can’t be on the street after that hour. Tourists can’t be on the street after that hour. I have seen many cameras. I have seen many cameras. I have seen many cameras. I have seen many cameras.

For example, here we can see two cameras on the wall. For example, here we can see two cameras on the wall. For example, here we can see two cameras on the wall. For example, here we can see two cameras on the wall. I haven’t felt like anyone is following me or watching me, I haven’t felt like anyone is following me or watching me, I

haven’t felt like anyone is following me or watching me, I haven’t felt like anyone is following me or watching me, but I imagine that if they wanted to, they could do it. but I imagine that if they wanted to, they could do it. but I imagine that if they wanted to, they could do it. but I imagine that if they wanted to, they could do it. But

what is this? But what is this? But what is this? But what is this? This structure here is one of the most impressive in the city. This structure here is one of the most impressive in the city. This structure here is one of the most impressive in the city. This structure here is one of the most impressive in the city.

You can see it from almost anywhere. You can see it from almost anywhere. You can see it from almost anywhere. You can see it from almost anywhere. It’s an octagonal star, it has four faces and a globe in the center. It’s an octagonal star, it has four faces and a globe in the center. It’s an octagonal star, it has four faces and a globe

in the center. It’s an octagonal star, it has four faces and a globe in the center. This place is where the country’s elite get married. This place is where the country’s elite get married. This place is where the country’s elite get married. This place is where the country’s elite get married. It’s a wedding palace. It’s a wedding palace. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> It’s a wedding palace. It’s a wedding palace. You can rent it, and inside, there’s a hotel You can rent it, and inside, there’s a hotel You can rent it, and inside, there’s a hotel You can rent it, and inside, there’s a hotel for guests who come from other provinces or abroad, for guests who come from other provinces or abroad,

for guests who come from other provinces or abroad, for guests who come from other provinces or abroad, to stay there. to stay there. to stay there. to stay there. Obviously, everything is made of marble. Obviously, everything is made of marble. Obviously, everything is made of marble. Obviously, everything is made

of marble. I don’t know if a video would be enough to show you all the monuments I don’t know if a video would be enough to show you all the monuments I don’t know if a video would be enough to show you all the monuments I don’t know if a video would be enough to show you all the monuments that are in this city. that are in

this city. that are in this city. that are in this city. For example, on the way, there’s a monument that measures the temperature. For example, on the way, there’s a monument that measures the temperature. For example, on the way, there’s a monument that measures the temperature. For example, on the way, there’s a monument that measures the temperature. It’s a giant monument, made

of marble, that measures the current temperature. It’s a giant monument, made of marble, that measures the current temperature. It’s a giant monument, made of marble, that measures the current temperature. It’s a giant monument, made of marble, that measures the current temperature. Each place is more impressive than the last. Each place is more impressive than the last. Each place is more impressive than the last. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> Each place is more impressive than the last. This here is what we call a Chicago Wheel. This here is what we call a Chicago Wheel. This here is what we call a Chicago Wheel. This here is what we call a Chicago Wheel. The largest indoor Chicago Wheel in the world. The largest indoor Chicago Wheel in the world. The largest indoor

Chicago Wheel in the world. The largest indoor Chicago Wheel in the world. Inside this figure, this statue, there’s a wheel that turns and works. Inside this figure, this statue, there’s a wheel that turns and works. Inside this figure, this statue, there’s a wheel that turns and works. Inside this figure, this statue, there’s a wheel that turns and works. Additionally, each monument has very deep symbolism,

Additionally, each monument has very deep symbolism, Additionally, each monument has very deep symbolism, Additionally, each monument has very deep symbolism, even symbolism that we might not fully understand. even symbolism that we might not fully understand. even symbolism that we might not fully understand. even symbolism that we might not fully understand. For example, this wheel has the eight-pointed star from

the Qur’an, For example, this wheel has the eight-pointed star from the Qur’an, For example, this wheel has the eight-pointed star from the Qur’an, For example, this wheel has the eight-pointed star from the Qur’an, five emblems representing the five most important tribes of Turkmenistan, five emblems representing the five most important tribes of Turkmenistan, five emblems representing the five most important tribes of Turkmenistan,

five emblems representing the five most important tribes of Turkmenistan, which correspond to the country’s five provinces. which correspond to the country’s five provinces. which correspond to the country’s five provinces. which correspond to the country’s five provinces. And inside, the Chicago Wheel has 24 cabins And inside, the Chicago Wheel has 24 cabins And inside, the Chicago Wheel has 24 cabins <font

color="#A0AAB4"> And inside, the Chicago Wheel has 24 cabins which symbolize the 24 hours of the day. which symbolize the 24 hours of the day. which symbolize the 24 hours of the day. which symbolize the 24 hours of the day. The center represents the Sun. The center represents the Sun. The center represents the Sun. The center represents

the Sun. So, all of this together forms an astronomical figure So, all of this together forms an astronomical figure So, all of this together forms an astronomical figure So, all of this together forms an astronomical figure that represents the universe. that represents the universe. that represents the universe. that represents the universe. The

buildings in this place are incredible. The buildings in this place are incredible. The buildings in this place are incredible. The buildings in this place are incredible. They must be the most eccentric on the planet. They must be the most eccentric on the planet. They must be the most eccentric on the planet. They must be the most eccentric on the planet.

And again, like everywhere we visit, And again, like everywhere we visit, And again, like everywhere we visit, And again, like everywhere we visit, everything is completely empty. everything is completely empty. everything is completely empty. everything is completely empty. Even in such a spectacular place, in such an impressive site, there’s no one. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> Even in such a spectacular place, in such an impressive site, there’s no one. Even in such a spectacular place, in such an impressive site, there’s no one. Even in such a spectacular place, in such an impressive site, there’s no one. Where could the people be? Where is the population of this country? Where could the people be? Where is the population of this country? Where could the people be? Where is

the population of this country? Where could the people be? Where is the population of this country? I imagine this was designed for there to be long lines of people here, I imagine this was designed for there to be long lines of people here, I imagine this was designed for there to be long lines of people here, I imagine this was designed for there to be long lines of people here,

or maybe there are at some point. or maybe there are at some point. or maybe there are at some point. or maybe there are at some point. But right now, it’s just us. But right now, it’s just us. But right now, it’s just us. But right now, it’s just us. It’s very strange to come

to places like this, with so many millions invested. It’s very strange to come to places like this, with so many millions invested. It’s very strange to come to places like this, with so many millions invested. It’s very strange to come to places like this, with so many millions invested. Look at how we pass. Look at how we pass. Look at how we pass. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> Look at how we pass. And everything is functioning normally. And everything is functioning normally. And everything is functioning normally. And everything is functioning normally. Let’s get on the Chicago Wheel, the largest indoor wheel in the world. Let’s get on the Chicago Wheel, the largest indoor wheel in the world. Let’s get on the Chicago Wheel, the largest indoor wheel in the world.

Let’s get on the Chicago Wheel, the largest indoor wheel in the world. We’re up. We’re up. We’re up. We’re up. From here we can even record forbidden places. From here we can even record forbidden places. From here we can even record forbidden places. From here we can even record forbidden places.

It’s totally forbidden to show what I’m showing you, It’s totally forbidden to show what I’m showing you, It’s totally forbidden to show what I’m showing you, It’s totally forbidden to show what I’m showing you, because these are government buildings. because these are government buildings. because these are government buildings. because these are government buildings. But

we found a way to do it. But we found a way to do it. But we found a way to do it. But we found a way to do it. This place also has its own park, which, once again, is empty. This place also has its own park, which, once again, is empty. This place also has its own park, which, once again, is empty. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> This place also has its own park, which, once again, is empty. There’s not a single person in sight. There’s not a single person in sight. There’s not a single person in sight. There’s not a single person in sight. In fact, here’s a pretty strange shot In fact, here’s a pretty strange shot In fact, here’s a pretty strange shot

In fact, here’s a pretty strange shot where the park looks like a cemetery. where the park looks like a cemetery. where the park looks like a cemetery. where the park looks like a cemetery. The lamps, seen from afar, look like crosses. The lamps, seen from afar, look like crosses. The lamps, seen from afar, look like crosses. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> The lamps, seen from afar, look like crosses. And being completely desolate, it gives the feeling of being in a cemetery. And being completely desolate, it gives the feeling of being in a cemetery. And being completely desolate, it gives the feeling of being in a cemetery. And being completely desolate, it gives the feeling of being in a cemetery. It seems like they made it work just for us, because it has

already stopped. It seems like they made it work just for us, because it has already stopped. It seems like they made it work just for us, because it has already stopped. It seems like they made it work just for us, because it has already stopped. It’s completely stopped. It’s completely stopped. It’s completely stopped. It’s completely stopped. It

only gave us one round, and that’s it. It only gave us one round, and that’s it. It only gave us one round, and that’s it. It only gave us one round, and that’s it. We even crossed the line of terror. We even crossed the line of terror. We even crossed the line of terror. We even crossed the line of terror.

We entered a children’s playroom, with children’s songs, We entered a children’s playroom, with children’s songs, We entered a children’s playroom, with children’s songs, We entered a children’s playroom, with children’s songs, but no children! but no children! but no children! but no children! How scary! How scary! <font

color="#FFFFFF"> How scary! How scary! What’s going on? What’s going on? What’s going on? What’s going on? Everything here is very surreal. Everything here is very surreal. Everything here is very surreal. Everything here is very surreal. It’s a very strange experience coming to this country. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> It’s a very strange experience coming to this country. It’s a very strange experience coming to this country. It’s a very strange experience coming to this country. Suddenly, you’re walking, Suddenly, you’re walking, Suddenly, you’re walking, Suddenly, you’re walking, the whole city is white, all the cars are white. the whole city is white, all the cars are white.

the whole city is white, all the cars are white. the whole city is white, all the cars are white. There’s a giant monument in a roundabout, There’s a giant monument in a roundabout, There’s a giant monument in a roundabout, There’s a giant monument in a roundabout, with the largest horse figure in the world. with the largest horse

figure in the world. with the largest horse figure in the world. with the largest horse figure in the world. Buildings covered in marble. Buildings covered in marble. Buildings covered in marble. Buildings covered in marble. Everything here is impressive. Everything here is impressive. Everything here is impressive. Everything here

is impressive. Maybe right now you’re wondering Maybe right now you’re wondering Maybe right now you’re wondering Maybe right now you’re wondering where does all this money come from? How do they build these works? where does all this money come from? How do they build these works? where does all this money come from? How do they build these works? <font

color="#FFFFFF"> where does all this money come from? How do they build these works? To cover them in marble, in gold? To cover them in marble, in gold? To cover them in marble, in gold? To cover them in marble, in gold? Nothing more and nothing less than from the Earth. Nothing more and nothing less than from the Earth. Nothing more and nothing less

than from the Earth. Nothing more and nothing less than from the Earth. Yes, you heard it right. Yes, you heard it right. Yes, you heard it right. Yes, you heard it right. Turkmenistan holds 10% of the world’s natural gas reserves. Turkmenistan holds 10% of the world’s natural gas reserves. Turkmenistan holds 10% of the world’s natural gas reserves.

Turkmenistan holds 10% of the world’s natural gas reserves. They also extract oil, sulfur, and salt. They also extract oil, sulfur, and salt. They also extract oil, sulfur, and salt. They also extract oil, sulfur, and salt. It’s as if they have unlimited money, It’s as if they have unlimited money, It’s as if they have unlimited money,

It’s as if they have unlimited money, at least as long as that doesn’t run out. at least as long as that doesn’t run out. at least as long as that doesn’t run out. at least as long as that doesn’t run out. It’s very curious to walk down the street and discover that to go to university, It’s very curious to walk down the street and

discover that to go to university, It’s very curious to walk down the street and discover that to go to university, It’s very curious to walk down the street and discover that to go to university, men must wear a full formal suit, men must wear a full formal suit, men must wear a full formal suit, men must wear a full formal suit, and

women must wear the traditional Turkmen suit and women must wear the traditional Turkmen suit and women must wear the traditional Turkmen suit and women must wear the traditional Turkmen suit along with two braids in their hair. along with two braids in their hair. along with two braids in their hair. along with two braids in their hair. I

think this is the first time I’ve visited a country I think this is the first time I’ve visited a country I think this is the first time I’ve visited a country I think this is the first time I’ve visited a country that was part of the former Soviet Union. that was part of the former Soviet Union. that was part of the former Soviet Union. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> that was part of the former Soviet Union. It shocks me to see that while driving on the highway, there are towers and towers, It shocks me to see that while driving on the highway, there are towers and towers, It shocks me to see that while driving on the highway, there are towers and towers, It shocks me to see that while driving on the highway, there are towers and towers, all

white, all the same, like the one you see behind me. all white, all the same, like the one you see behind me. all white, all the same, like the one you see behind me. all white, all the same, like the one you see behind me. This is Soviet-style architecture. This is Soviet-style architecture. This is Soviet-style architecture. This is Soviet-style architecture.

Thousands of people live like this in the city. Thousands of people live like this in the city. Thousands of people live like this in the city. Thousands of people live like this in the city. Even the new buildings maintain that square style, Even the new buildings maintain that square style, Even the new buildings maintain that square style, Even the

new buildings maintain that square style, only covered in Italian marble. only covered in Italian marble. only covered in Italian marble. only covered in Italian marble. Each tower, according to what they tell me, has in front Each tower, according to what they tell me, has in front Each tower, according to what they tell me, has in front Each

tower, according to what they tell me, has in front everything the residents need. everything the residents need. everything the residents need. everything the residents need. a supermarket, a pharmacy, and basic products. a supermarket, a pharmacy, and basic products. a supermarket, a pharmacy, and basic products. a supermarket, a pharmacy, and basic products. That's

why you don't see many people on the street, That's why you don't see many people on the street, That's why you don't see many people on the street, That's why you don't see many people on the street, because they simply leave the building, buy something, and return. because they simply leave the building, buy something, and return. because they simply leave the building, buy something, and return. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> because they simply leave the building, buy something, and return. Or at least that's what they tell me. Or at least that's what they tell me. Or at least that's what they tell me. Or at least that's what they tell me. To shoot any footage in the city, To shoot any footage in the city, To shoot any footage in

the city, To shoot any footage in the city, we have to wait until there's no one around. we have to wait until there's no one around. we have to wait until there's no one around. we have to wait until there's no one around. And now, we can shoot. And now, we can shoot. And now, we can shoot.

And now, we can shoot. This is what I wanted to show you. This is what I wanted to show you. This is what I wanted to show you. This is what I wanted to show you. There are pedestrian crossings in the city, in very busy areas, according to what they explain to me. There are pedestrian crossings in the city, in very busy

areas, according to what they explain to me. There are pedestrian crossings in the city, in very busy areas, according to what they explain to me. There are pedestrian crossings in the city, in very busy areas, according to what they explain to me. at certain times of the day, this fills up with people. at certain times of the day, this fills up with people. at certain times of the day, this fills up

with people. at certain times of the day, this fills up with people. To cross from one side to the other without accidents... To cross from one side to the other without accidents... To cross from one side to the other without accidents... To cross from one side to the other without accidents... In the past, many accidents happened, In the past, many accidents happened,

In the past, many accidents happened, In the past, many accidents happened, so they built these pedestrian crossings, so they built these pedestrian crossings, so they built these pedestrian crossings, so they built these pedestrian crossings, which aren't bridges or elevated crossings, they're underground tunnels. which aren't bridges or elevated crossings, they're underground tunnels. which

aren't bridges or elevated crossings, they're underground tunnels. which aren't bridges or elevated crossings, they're underground tunnels. Even the pedestrian passage under the ground is decorated. Even the pedestrian passage under the ground is decorated. Even the pedestrian passage under the ground is decorated. Even the pedestrian passage under the ground is decorated. It has golden frames, country symbols, the octagonal star. It has golden

frames, country symbols, the octagonal star. It has golden frames, country symbols, the octagonal star. It has golden frames, country symbols, the octagonal star. And now, we exit to the other side. And now, we exit to the other side. And now, we exit to the other side. And now, we exit to the other side. Be alert, we have money. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> Be alert, we have money. Be alert, we have money. Be alert, we have money. These are the banknotes of Turkmenistan. These are the banknotes of Turkmenistan. These are the banknotes of Turkmenistan. These are the banknotes of Turkmenistan. The currency is called "manat." The currency is called "manat." The currency is called "manat."

The currency is called "manat." And pay attention, just like when I went to Argentina, And pay attention, just like when I went to Argentina, And pay attention, just like when I went to Argentina, And pay attention, just like when I went to Argentina, there is an official exchange rate and an alternative exchange rate here. there is an official exchange rate and an

alternative exchange rate here. there is an official exchange rate and an alternative exchange rate here. there is an official exchange rate and an alternative exchange rate here. If you go to the bank, they give you 3.5 manats for every dollar. If you go to the bank, they give you 3.5 manats for every dollar. If you go to the bank, they give you 3.5 manats for every dollar.

If you go to the bank, they give you 3.5 manats for every dollar. But if you go to another place, where you can get the other exchange rate, But if you go to another place, where you can get the other exchange rate, But if you go to another place, where you can get the other exchange rate, But if you go to another place, where you can get the other exchange rate, they

give you 19.5 manats for every dollar. they give you 19.5 manats for every dollar. they give you 19.5 manats for every dollar. they give you 19.5 manats for every dollar. This makes coming here extremely cheap if you bring dollars. This makes coming here extremely cheap if you bring dollars. This makes coming here extremely cheap if you bring dollars. This makes coming here

extremely cheap if you bring dollars. And this is what the bills look like. And this is what the bills look like. And this is what the bills look like. And this is what the bills look like. This one, according to what they told me, is the highest denomination. This one, according to what they told me, is the highest denomination. This one, according

to what they told me, is the highest denomination. This one, according to what they told me, is the highest denomination. It has the face of Oğuz Han, a very important historical figure, It has the face of Oğuz Han, a very important historical figure, It has the face of Oğuz Han, a very important historical figure, It has the face of Oğuz Han, a very important historical figure, considered

the ancestor from whom all Turkmen people come. considered the ancestor from whom all Turkmen people come. considered the ancestor from whom all Turkmen people come. considered the ancestor from whom all Turkmen people come. On the back, as expected, On the back, as expected, On the back, as expected, On the back, as expected, they have to show off

their monuments and statues. they have to show off their monuments and statues. they have to show off their monuments and statues. they have to show off their monuments and statues. For example, here we have the Olympic Stadium, For example, here we have the Olympic Stadium, For example, here we have the Olympic Stadium, For example, here we have the Olympic Stadium,

which has the largest horse figure in the world. which has the largest horse figure in the world. which has the largest horse figure in the world. which has the largest horse figure in the world. And on another bill, a prominent sports complex. And on another bill, a prominent sports complex. And on another bill, a prominent sports complex. And on

another bill, a prominent sports complex. This is what businesses look like in Turkmenistan, at least the commercial ones. This is what businesses look like in Turkmenistan, at least the commercial ones. This is what businesses look like in Turkmenistan, at least the commercial ones. This is what businesses look like in Turkmenistan, at least the commercial ones. Those on the outside look more like bus terminals Those on the

outside look more like bus terminals Those on the outside look more like bus terminals Those on the outside look more like bus terminals or government buildings. or government buildings. or government buildings. or government buildings. They don't have advertisements, no billboards, no signs. They don't have advertisements, no billboards, no signs. They don't have

advertisements, no billboards, no signs. They don't have advertisements, no billboards, no signs. The government doesn't like the perfect aesthetics of the city to be ruined. The government doesn't like the perfect aesthetics of the city to be ruined. The government doesn't like the perfect aesthetics of the city to be ruined. The government doesn't like the perfect aesthetics of the city to be ruined. Here, I show you some

layouts of the advertisements I've found. Here, I show you some layouts of the advertisements I've found. Here, I show you some layouts of the advertisements I've found. Here, I show you some layouts of the advertisements I've found. These buildings you're seeing are residential towers. These buildings you're seeing are residential towers. These buildings you're seeing are residential towers. These buildings you're seeing are

residential towers. And the only thing they do is put very small letters on top. And the only thing they do is put very small letters on top. And the only thing they do is put very small letters on top. And the only thing they do is put very small letters on top. Who knows how much it costs to put those letters up there. Who knows how much

it costs to put those letters up there. Who knows how much it costs to put those letters up there. Who knows how much it costs to put those letters up there. For example, we saw brands like Toyota, Samsung, and others around. For example, we saw brands like Toyota, Samsung, and others around. For example, we saw brands like Toyota, Samsung, and others around. For example, we saw brands

like Toyota, Samsung, and others around. This is how advertising works in this country. This is how advertising works in this country. This is how advertising works in this country. This is how advertising works in this country. And listen to this: a place like this belongs to the government. And listen to this: a place like this belongs to the government. And listen to

this: a place like this belongs to the government. And listen to this: a place like this belongs to the government. The government built it, it's made entirely of marble, The government built it, it's made entirely of marble, The government built it, it's made entirely of marble, The government built it, it's made entirely of marble, following the aesthetic characteristics of the city. following

the aesthetic characteristics of the city. following the aesthetic characteristics of the city. following the aesthetic characteristics of the city. Then, the government rents it out. Then, the government rents it out. Then, the government rents it out. Then, the government rents it out. So, the person interested in the space So, the person interested in the space

So, the person interested in the space So, the person interested in the space goes to an official website and makes their offer. goes to an official website and makes their offer. goes to an official website and makes their offer. goes to an official website and makes their offer. Every once in a while, the government decides who to assign the space to. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> Every once in a while, the government decides who to assign the space to. Every once in a while, the government decides who to assign the space to. Every once in a while, the government decides who to assign the space to. That's why the business there can change. That's why the business there can change. That's why the business there can change. That's why the business there

can change. It's curious, because even though the place may seem very simple from the outside, It's curious, because even though the place may seem very simple from the outside, It's curious, because even though the place may seem very simple from the outside, It's curious, because even though the place may seem very simple from the outside, inside it's spectacular. inside it's spectacular. inside

it's spectacular. inside it's spectacular. This one, for example, is a café. This one, for example, is a café. This one, for example, is a café. This one, for example, is a café. You enter, and it's beautiful. You enter, and it's beautiful. You enter, and it's beautiful. You enter, and it's beautiful.

And these are not official figures, but estimates they gave me. And these are not official figures, but estimates they gave me. And these are not official figures, but estimates they gave me. And these are not official figures, but estimates they gave me. They tell me that a place like this, in such a popular area, They tell me that a place like this, in such a popular area,

They tell me that a place like this, in such a popular area, They tell me that a place like this, in such a popular area, can cost around $500 a month in rent. can cost around $500 a month in rent. can cost around $500 a month in rent. can cost around $500 a month in rent. Obviously, it's not paid in dollars, but in manats,

Obviously, it's not paid in dollars, but in manats, Obviously, it's not paid in dollars, but in manats, Obviously, it's not paid in dollars, but in manats, but that would be the approximate conversion. but that would be the approximate conversion. but that would be the approximate conversion. but that would be the approximate conversion. In one of the parks,

there's a statue of Lenin, In one of the parks, there's a statue of Lenin, In one of the parks, there's a statue of Lenin, In one of the parks, there's a statue of Lenin, because Turkmenistan was part of the Soviet Union. because Turkmenistan was part of the Soviet Union. because Turkmenistan was part of the Soviet Union. because Turkmenistan was part of the

Soviet Union. And this monument is still preserved. And this monument is still preserved. And this monument is still preserved. And this monument is still preserved. The big question: where are the people of Turkmenistan? The big question: where are the people of Turkmenistan? The big question: where are the people of Turkmenistan? The big question: where are the people

of Turkmenistan? This country has a territory of nearly half a million square kilometers, This country has a territory of nearly half a million square kilometers, This country has a territory of nearly half a million square kilometers, This country has a territory of nearly half a million square kilometers, and only around six million inhabitants. and only around six million inhabitants. and only around

six million inhabitants. and only around six million inhabitants. There is no exact official number, but it's estimated between six and seven million. There is no exact official number, but it's estimated between six and seven million. There is no exact official number, but it's estimated between six and seven million. There is no exact official number, but it's estimated between six and seven million. This makes it one of

the least densely populated countries in the world. This makes it one of the least densely populated countries in the world. This makes it one of the least densely populated countries in the world. This makes it one of the least densely populated countries in the world. Unlike Bangladesh, Unlike Bangladesh, Unlike Bangladesh, Unlike Bangladesh, here there are between 12

and 14 people per square kilometer. here there are between 12 and 14 people per square kilometer. here there are between 12 and 14 people per square kilometer. here there are between 12 and 14 people per square kilometer. That explains why the places are so empty. That explains why the places are so empty. That explains why the places are so empty. That explains

why the places are so empty. I still can't get used to how businesses work here. I still can't get used to how businesses work here. I still can't get used to how businesses work here. I still can't get used to how businesses work here. Look at this building right behind me. Look at this building right behind me. Look at this building right

behind me. Look at this building right behind me. It's square, like it could be the offices of a bank. It's square, like it could be the offices of a bank. It's square, like it could be the offices of a bank. It's square, like it could be the offices of a bank. But it turns out that inside, there is a fast food chain

But it turns out that inside, there is a fast food chain But it turns out that inside, there is a fast food chain But it turns out that inside, there is a fast food chain very popular in Turkmenistan, and it's impressive. very popular in Turkmenistan, and it's impressive. very popular in Turkmenistan, and it's impressive. very popular in Turkmenistan, and it's impressive. Taking

advantage, I asked how easy it is to open a business here, Taking advantage, I asked how easy it is to open a business here, Taking advantage, I asked how easy it is to open a business here, Taking advantage, I asked how easy it is to open a business here, if you want to be an entrepreneur and have a private business. if you want to be an entrepreneur and have a private business.

if you want to be an entrepreneur and have a private business. if you want to be an entrepreneur and have a private business. And I must clarify that the guide always says everything is easy. And I must clarify that the guide always says everything is easy. And I must clarify that the guide always says everything is easy. And I must clarify that the guide always says everything

is easy. This answer comes from him. This answer comes from him. This answer comes from him. This answer comes from him. According to him, the only thing you have to do is go to the Faculty of Business, study, According to him, the only thing you have to do is go to the Faculty of Business, study, According to him, the only thing you

have to do is go to the Faculty of Business, study, According to him, the only thing you have to do is go to the Faculty of Business, study, and get a certificate. and get a certificate. and get a certificate. and get a certificate. Once with the certificate, you apply for a license Once with the certificate, you apply for a license

Once with the certificate, you apply for a license Once with the certificate, you apply for a license and you can have your own business. and you can have your own business. and you can have your own business. and you can have your own business. This is the process, and he told me it's easy. This is the process, and he

told me it's easy. This is the process, and he told me it's easy. This is the process, and he told me it's easy. This is the first advertising billboard I've seen in the whole country, This is the first advertising billboard I've seen in the whole country, This is the first advertising billboard I've seen in the whole country, This is the first advertising billboard I've seen in the

whole country, and the largest one you can find. and the largest one you can find. and the largest one you can find. and the largest one you can find. Now, let's talk about something very important: money, salary, and the cost of living. Now, let's talk about something very important: money, salary, and the cost of living. Now, let's talk about something very important:

money, salary, and the cost of living. Now, let's talk about something very important: money, salary, and the cost of living. According to what they tell me here, the minimum wage is between 2,500 and 3,000 manats, According to what they tell me here, the minimum wage is between 2,500 and 3,000 manats, According to what they tell me here, the minimum wage is between 2,500 and 3,000 manats, According to what they tell me

here, the minimum wage is between 2,500 and 3,000 manats, which is about $125 or $150. which is about $125 or $150. which is about $125 or $150. which is about $125 or $150. To give you a reference for the cost of living, here are some prices I found. To give you a reference for the cost of living, here are some prices I found. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> To give you a reference for the cost of living, here are some prices I found. To give you a reference for the cost of living, here are some prices I found. A steak in a fine restaurant like the one you're seeing now, A steak in a fine restaurant like the one you're seeing now, A steak in a fine restaurant like the one you're seeing now, A steak in a fine restaurant

like the one you're seeing now, costs 100 manats, that is, about $5. costs 100 manats, that is, about $5. costs 100 manats, that is, about $5. costs 100 manats, that is, about $5. Gasoline, since the country produces oil, costs 1.5 manats per liter, Gasoline, since the country produces oil, costs 1.5 manats per liter, Gasoline, since the country produces oil, costs 1.5 manats

per liter, Gasoline, since the country produces oil, costs 1.5 manats per liter, which is equivalent to seven cents of a dollar, or seven cents. which is equivalent to seven cents of a dollar, or seven cents. which is equivalent to seven cents of a dollar, or seven cents. which is equivalent to seven cents of a dollar, or seven cents. I don't know how it's said. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> I don't know how it's said. I don't know how it's said. I don't know how it's said. Approximately 35 colones. Approximately 35 colones. Approximately 35 colones. Approximately 35 colones. They tell me that for water, a person pays around $20 a year. They tell me that for water, a person pays around $20 a year.

They tell me that for water, a person pays around $20 a year. They tell me that for water, a person pays around $20 a year. In general, I've seen that things are quite cheap. In general, I've seen that things are quite cheap. In general, I've seen that things are quite cheap. In general, I've seen that things are quite cheap. A T-shirt costs 35 manats,

100 manats. A T-shirt costs 35 manats, 100 manats. A T-shirt costs 35 manats, 100 manats. A T-shirt costs 35 manats, 100 manats. A more expensive one, about 200 manats, that is, $10. A more expensive one, about 200 manats, that is, $10. A more expensive one, about 200 manats, that is, $10. A more expensive one, about 200 manats, that is, $10.

And while walking down the street, one realizes that people are very well dressed. And while walking down the street, one realizes that people are very well dressed. And while walking down the street, one realizes that people are very well dressed. And while walking down the street, one realizes that people are very well dressed. Not necessarily with recognized brands, but still very well presented. Not necessarily with recognized brands, but

still very well presented. Not necessarily with recognized brands, but still very well presented. Not necessarily with recognized brands, but still very well presented. You also don't see cars in bad condition. You also don't see cars in bad condition. You also don't see cars in bad condition. You also don't see cars in bad condition. Everyone travels in a nice car. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> Everyone travels in a nice car. Everyone travels in a nice car. Everyone travels in a nice car. So, at first glance, what you can see So, at first glance, what you can see So, at first glance, what you can see So, at first glance, what you can see is that it seems people have a good quality of life,

is that it seems people have a good quality of life, is that it seems people have a good quality of life, is that it seems people have a good quality of life, enough to live well. enough to live well. enough to live well. enough to live well. Despite this perception, according to different media, Despite

this perception, according to different media, Despite this perception, according to different media, Despite this perception, according to different media, 50% of the population in Turkmenistan lives in poverty. 50% of the population in Turkmenistan lives in poverty. 50% of the population in Turkmenistan lives in poverty. 50% of the population in Turkmenistan lives in poverty. It is reported that, outside of this marble bubble

in the capital, It is reported that, outside of this marble bubble in the capital, It is reported that, outside of this marble bubble in the capital, It is reported that, outside of this marble bubble in the capital, living conditions are quite humble and there is a lot of scarcity. living conditions are quite humble and there is a lot of scarcity. living conditions are quite humble and there

is a lot of scarcity. living conditions are quite humble and there is a lot of scarcity. We are leaving the center of the capital. We are leaving the center of the capital. We are leaving the center of the capital. We are leaving the center of the capital. We are still in Ashgabat, but now we are in another district. We are still in

Ashgabat, but now we are in another district. We are still in Ashgabat, but now we are in another district. We are still in Ashgabat, but now we are in another district. In the rural area, things change completely. In the rural area, things change completely. In the rural area, things change completely. In the rural area, things change completely. Here, luxury, eccentricity, and marble

are gone. Here, luxury, eccentricity, and marble are gone. Here, luxury, eccentricity, and marble are gone. Here, luxury, eccentricity, and marble are gone. We enter what seems to be the reality. We enter what seems to be the reality. We enter what seems to be the reality. We enter what seems to be the reality. Even the environment looks a

bit rougher, the landscape more desolate. Even the environment looks a bit rougher, the landscape more desolate. Even the environment looks a bit rougher, the landscape more desolate. Even the environment looks a bit rougher, the landscape more desolate. We are going to search for something very interesting on a farm. We are going to search for something very interesting on a farm. We are going to search for something

very interesting on a farm. We are going to search for something very interesting on a farm. We are at a farm in the rural area. We are at a farm in the rural area. We are at a farm in the rural area. We are at a farm in the rural area. Careful. Careful. Careful. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> Careful. We are at a farm in the rural area, We are at a farm in the rural area, We are at a farm in the rural area, We are at a farm in the rural area, We came to meet the horse of Turkmenistan. We came to meet the horse of Turkmenistan. We came to meet the horse of Turkmenistan. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> We came to meet the horse of Turkmenistan. the Akhal-Teke, a national symbol. the Akhal-Teke, a national symbol. the Akhal-Teke, a national symbol. the Akhal-Teke, a national symbol. One of the oldest breeds on Earth. One of the oldest breeds on Earth. One of the oldest breeds on Earth. One of the oldest breeds on Earth.

But first, I want to introduce you to my companions. But first, I want to introduce you to my companions. But first, I want to introduce you to my companions. But first, I want to introduce you to my companions. Their names are very complicated. Their names are very complicated. Their names are very complicated. Their names are very complicated.

He is the horse tamer. He is the horse tamer. He is the horse tamer. He is the horse tamer. When you approach a horse, you should let it smell your hand. When you approach a horse, you should let it smell your hand. When you approach a horse, you should let it smell your hand. When you approach a horse, you

should let it smell your hand. If it lays its ears back, it is because it is scared of you, and you shouldn't get closer. If it lays its ears back, it is because it is scared of you, and you shouldn't get closer. If it lays its ears back, it is because it is scared of you, and you shouldn't get closer. If it lays its ears back, it is because it is scared of you, and you shouldn't

get closer. If it keeps its ears up, it's safe to approach and you can touch it. If it keeps its ears up, it's safe to approach and you can touch it. If it keeps its ears up, it's safe to approach and you can touch it. If it keeps its ears up, it's safe to approach and you can touch it. And he is our friend, the current heir of the farm,

And he is our friend, the current heir of the farm, And he is our friend, the current heir of the farm, And he is our friend, the current heir of the farm, passed down from generation to generation. passed down from generation to generation. passed down from generation to generation. passed down from generation to generation. First, we let the horse

smell us. First, we let the horse smell us. First, we let the horse smell us. First, we let the horse smell us. Please don't bite me, horse. Please don't bite me, horse. Please don't bite me, horse. Please don't bite me, horse. It has its ears up, how curious. It has its ears up,

how curious. It has its ears up, how curious. It has its ears up, how curious. It means we can... It means we can... It means we can... It means we can... I don't know. I don't know. I don't know. I don't know. Now,

listen to this. Now, listen to this. Now, listen to this. Now, listen to this. The first thing they told me was to do these tests, The first thing they told me was to do these tests, The first thing they told me was to do these tests, The first thing they told me was to do these tests, to

make these movements to the horse. to make these movements to the horse. to make these movements to the horse. to make these movements to the horse. If the horse gets scared, backs up, or runs away, If the horse gets scared, backs up, or runs away, If the horse gets scared, backs up, or runs away, If the horse gets scared, backs up, or

runs away, it was raised with whips or beatings. it was raised with whips or beatings. it was raised with whips or beatings. it was raised with whips or beatings. On the other hand, if you do this and it doesn't flinch, On the other hand, if you do this and it doesn't flinch, On the other hand, if you do this and it doesn't

flinch, On the other hand, if you do this and it doesn't flinch, it was raised naturally, or at least in a friendly way. it was raised naturally, or at least in a friendly way. it was raised naturally, or at least in a friendly way. it was raised naturally, or at least in a friendly way. This horse you're seeing here, or rather, this breed, the Akhal-Teke,

This horse you're seeing here, or rather, this breed, the Akhal-Teke, This horse you're seeing here, or rather, this breed, the Akhal-Teke, This horse you're seeing here, or rather, this breed, the Akhal-Teke, is extremely important. is extremely important. is extremely important. is extremely important. Not just anyone can raise it in Turkmenistan. Not just anyone can

raise it in Turkmenistan. Not just anyone can raise it in Turkmenistan. Not just anyone can raise it in Turkmenistan. It requires a special government license, It requires a special government license, It requires a special government license, It requires a special government license, Because this horse is considered a national treasure and a symbol of the country. Because this

horse is considered a national treasure and a symbol of the country. Because this horse is considered a national treasure and a symbol of the country. Because this horse is considered a national treasure and a symbol of the country. It is one of the purest and oldest breeds in the world. It is one of the purest and oldest breeds in the world. It is one of the purest and oldest breeds in the

world. It is one of the purest and oldest breeds in the world. They are recognized for their endurance, speed, and coat. They are recognized for their endurance, speed, and coat. They are recognized for their endurance, speed, and coat. They are recognized for their endurance, speed, and coat. I don't know if you can appreciate it well on camera, I don't know if you

can appreciate it well on camera, I don't know if you can appreciate it well on camera, I don't know if you can appreciate it well on camera, but they have a shiny coat. but they have a shiny coat. but they have a shiny coat. but they have a shiny coat. In fact, I had seen some on the internet that resemble Gandalf's horse

In fact, I had seen some on the internet that resemble Gandalf's horse In fact, I had seen some on the internet that resemble Gandalf's horse In fact, I had seen some on the internet that resemble Gandalf's horse in The Lord of the Rings. in The Lord of the Rings. in The Lord of the Rings. in The Lord of the Rings.

Here in person, you can still see the shine, although not as much. Here in person, you can still see the shine, although not as much. Here in person, you can still see the shine, although not as much. Here in person, you can still see the shine, although not as much. I imagine it varies depending on the breed. I imagine it varies depending on the breed. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> I imagine it varies depending on the breed. I imagine it varies depending on the breed. A horse of this breed can cost as little as $5,000 for the cheapest, A horse of this breed can cost as little as $5,000 for the cheapest, A horse of this breed can cost as little as $5,000 for the cheapest, A horse of this breed can cost as little as $5,000 for the cheapest,

up to $2,000,000, the most expensive ever paid. up to $2,000,000, the most expensive ever paid. up to $2,000,000, the most expensive ever paid. up to $2,000,000, the most expensive ever paid. This horse is five years old, and look at the size of this beast. This horse is five years old, and look at the size of this beast. This horse is five years old, and

look at the size of this beast. This horse is five years old, and look at the size of this beast. Just the back is almost at my height, it must be about 1.60 meters, Just the back is almost at my height, it must be about 1.60 meters, Just the back is almost at my height, it must be about 1.60 meters, Just the back is almost at my height, it must be about

1.60 meters, and its head is over two meters. and its head is over two meters. and its head is over two meters. and its head is over two meters. This wild beast is very beautiful. This wild beast is very beautiful. This wild beast is very beautiful. This wild beast is very beautiful. I

even felt like having one, but with that price, I changed my mind. I even felt like having one, but with that price, I changed my mind. I even felt like having one, but with that price, I changed my mind. I even felt like having one, but with that price, I changed my mind. They are going to do a demonstration for us. They are going to do a demonstration for us.

They are going to do a demonstration for us. They are going to do a demonstration for us. I felt like I was in a movie. I felt like I was in a movie. I felt like I was in a movie. I felt like I was in a movie. They are going to do a demonstration for us. They are going

to do a demonstration for us. They are going to do a demonstration for us. They are going to do a demonstration for us. How beautiful! How beautiful! How beautiful! How beautiful! of what these horses are capable of. of what these horses are capable of. of what these horses are capable of.

of what these horses are capable of. And everything they're going to show us was learned through rewards, And everything they're going to show us was learned through rewards, And everything they're going to show us was learned through rewards, And everything they're going to show us was learned through rewards, by giving them food. by giving them food. by giving them

food. by giving them food. They didn't learn through beatings. They didn't learn through beatings. They didn't learn through beatings. They didn't learn through beatings. That's also impressive. That's also impressive. That's also impressive. That's also impressive. They dressed us like traditional Turkmen. They dressed

us like traditional Turkmen. They dressed us like traditional Turkmen. They dressed us like traditional Turkmen. And now, let's ride an Akhal-Teke. And now, let's ride an Akhal-Teke. And now, let's ride an Akhal-Teke. And now, let's ride an Akhal-Teke. Look at this. Look at this. Look at this. Look

at this. I could perfectly stay and live in Turkmenistan. I could perfectly stay and live in Turkmenistan. I could perfectly stay and live in Turkmenistan. I could perfectly stay and live in Turkmenistan. Taming a wild Turkmen beast, accomplished. Taming a wild Turkmen beast, accomplished. Taming a wild Turkmen beast, accomplished. Taming a wild Turkmen beast, accomplished.

It's very curious to see how the man seems to live with a lot of humility. It's very curious to see how the man seems to live with a lot of humility. It's very curious to see how the man seems to live with a lot of humility. It's very curious to see how the man seems to live with a lot of humility. He lives in a rural area, and his farm is also quite modest.

He lives in a rural area, and his farm is also quite modest. He lives in a rural area, and his farm is also quite modest. He lives in a rural area, and his farm is also quite modest. However, when we talk about what he owns, However, when we talk about what he owns, However, when we talk about what he owns, However, when

we talk about what he owns, he literally has millions of dollars. he literally has millions of dollars. he literally has millions of dollars. he literally has millions of dollars. He has about 25 horses. He has about 25 horses. He has about 25 horses. He has about 25 horses. And this one we're looking

at here, for example, is worth $100,000. And this one we're looking at here, for example, is worth $100,000. And this one we're looking at here, for example, is worth $100,000. And this one we're looking at here, for example, is worth $100,000. In Turkmenistan, Akhal-Teke horses have passports. In Turkmenistan, Akhal-Teke horses have passports. In Turkmenistan, Akhal-Teke horses have passports. In Turkmenistan, Akhal-Teke horses

have passports. And that document states their full lineage. And that document states their full lineage. And that document states their full lineage. And that document states their full lineage. who their father was, their mother, and which family they descend from. who their father was, their mother, and which family they descend from. who their father was, their mother, and which family they descend

from. who their father was, their mother, and which family they descend from. They can't be sold outside the country without special government permission, They can't be sold outside the country without special government permission, They can't be sold outside the country without special government permission, They can't be sold outside the country without special government permission, to prevent them from being crossed with other breeds and losing the purity

of the line. to prevent them from being crossed with other breeds and losing the purity of the line. to prevent them from being crossed with other breeds and losing the purity of the line. to prevent them from being crossed with other breeds and losing the purity of the line. All the horses of this breed that exist in the country All the horses of this breed that exist in the country

All the horses of this breed that exist in the country All the horses of this breed that exist in the country have a chip with all their information. have a chip with all their information. have a chip with all their information. have a chip with all their information. Newborns are immediately given one. Newborns are immediately given one.

Newborns are immediately given one. Newborns are immediately given one. When they are taken to competitions outside the country, When they are taken to competitions outside the country, When they are taken to competitions outside the country, When they are taken to competitions outside the country, they must go through quarantine upon return, they must go through quarantine upon return,

they must go through quarantine upon return, they must go through quarantine upon return, to ensure they don't bring any diseases or physical damage. to ensure they don't bring any diseases or physical damage. to ensure they don't bring any diseases or physical damage. to ensure they don't bring any diseases or physical damage. They also tell me that Turkmenistan is the only country in the world

They also tell me that Turkmenistan is the only country in the world They also tell me that Turkmenistan is the only country in the world They also tell me that Turkmenistan is the only country in the world that has a Ministry of Horses. that has a Ministry of Horses. that has a Ministry of Horses. that has a Ministry of Horses.

And they hold beauty contests for these animals, And they hold beauty contests for these animals, And they hold beauty contests for these animals, And they hold beauty contests for these animals, which shows the enormous importance they have in the national culture. which shows the enormous importance they have in the national culture. which shows the enormous importance they have in the national culture.

which shows the enormous importance they have in the national culture. Now, let's go back to luxury and excess. Now, let's go back to luxury and excess. Now, let's go back to luxury and excess. Now, let's go back to luxury and excess. This masterpiece, the largest mosque in Central Asia. This masterpiece, the largest mosque in Central Asia. This masterpiece, the

largest mosque in Central Asia. This masterpiece, the largest mosque in Central Asia. It was commissioned by the first president of Turkmenistan, It was commissioned by the first president of Turkmenistan, It was commissioned by the first president of Turkmenistan, It was commissioned by the first president of Turkmenistan, Saparmurat Turkmenbashí. Saparmurat Turkmenbashí. Saparmurat Turkmenbashí.

Saparmurat Turkmenbashí. It is made entirely of Italian white marble It is made entirely of Italian white marble It is made entirely of Italian white marble It is made entirely of Italian white marble and has a 50-meter golden dome. and has a 50-meter golden dome. and has a 50-meter golden dome. and has a 50-meter golden dome.

But the most surprising thing is that the president ordered the mosque But the most surprising thing is that the president ordered the mosque But the most surprising thing is that the president ordered the mosque But the most surprising thing is that the president ordered the mosque to have not only verses from the Quran, which are allowed in sacred places in Islam, to have not only verses from the Quran,

which are allowed in sacred places in Islam, to have not only verses from the Quran, which are allowed in sacred places in Islam, to have not only verses from the Quran, which are allowed in sacred places in Islam, but also fragments of the Ruhnama, the book he wrote himself. but also fragments of the Ruhnama, the book he wrote himself. but also fragments of the Ruhnama, the book he wrote himself.

but also fragments of the Ruhnama, the book he wrote himself. Despite being one of the most impressive mosques in the world, Despite being one of the most impressive mosques in the world, Despite being one of the most impressive mosques in the world, Despite being one of the most impressive mosques in the world, with a capacity for 10,000 people, with a capacity for 10,000 people,

with a capacity for 10,000 people, with a capacity for 10,000 people, Muslims don't actually come here to pray. Muslims don't actually come here to pray. Muslims don't actually come here to pray. Muslims don't actually come here to pray. They don't consider it a sacred place. They don't consider it a sacred place. They

don't consider it a sacred place. They don't consider it a sacred place. It is perceived more as a political monument It is perceived more as a political monument It is perceived more as a political monument It is perceived more as a political monument because of what the president did. because of what the president did. because of what

the president did. because of what the president did. And the most incredible thing is that, in the whole place, there is only one person, And the most incredible thing is that, in the whole place, there is only one person, And the most incredible thing is that, in the whole place, there is only one person, And the most incredible thing is that, in the whole place, there is only one person,

probably a worker from the site. probably a worker from the site. probably a worker from the site. probably a worker from the site. How incredible, and also, sadly, what a waste of money. How incredible, and also, sadly, what a waste of money. How incredible, and also, sadly, what a waste of money. How incredible, and also, sadly, what a waste

of money. How much was invested here for it not to be put to real use? How much was invested here for it not to be put to real use? How much was invested here for it not to be put to real use? How much was invested here for it not to be put to real use? In this city, you could make a whole video In this city,

you could make a whole video In this city, you could make a whole video In this city, you could make a whole video just appreciating the public lighting. just appreciating the public lighting. just appreciating the public lighting. just appreciating the public lighting. It is a work of art. It is a work of art. <font

color="#FFFFFF"> It is a work of art. It is a work of art. Each pole, each light, is unique. Each pole, each light, is unique. Each pole, each light, is unique. Each pole, each light, is unique. If you arrive at a park, it has a different shape. If you arrive at a park, it has a different shape. If

you arrive at a park, it has a different shape. If you arrive at a park, it has a different shape. If you arrive at a street, it has another shape. If you arrive at a street, it has another shape. If you arrive at a street, it has another shape. If you arrive at a street, it has another shape. Arrive at a highway, another completely different design. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> Arrive at a highway, another completely different design. Arrive at a highway, another completely different design. Arrive at a highway, another completely different design. They have details, stars, symbols. They have details, stars, symbols. They have details, stars, symbols. They have details, stars, symbols. It's amazing. It's amazing. It's amazing. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> It's amazing. Be alert, you didn't see this one coming. Be alert, you didn't see this one coming. Be alert, you didn't see this one coming. Be alert, you didn't see this one coming. Based on this three-legged pot you see here, Based on this three-legged pot you see here, Based on this three-legged pot you see here, <font

color="#A0AAB4"> Based on this three-legged pot you see here, they built the Monument to Neutrality. they built the Monument to Neutrality. they built the Monument to Neutrality. they built the Monument to Neutrality. The three legs represent that, The three legs represent that, The three legs represent that, The three legs represent that, and

at the top is the imposing figure of the golden president. and at the top is the imposing figure of the golden president. and at the top is the imposing figure of the golden president. and at the top is the imposing figure of the golden president. I just want you to listen. I just want you to listen. I just want you to listen.

I just want you to listen. This is like Eden. This is like Eden. This is like Eden. This is like Eden. It's like a perfect city. It's like a perfect city. It's like a perfect city. It's like a perfect city. I don't know how many parks there are, or how many areas like

this exist, I don't know how many parks there are, or how many areas like this exist, I don't know how many parks there are, or how many areas like this exist, I don't know how many parks there are, or how many areas like this exist, but it's almost perfection. but it's almost perfection. but it's almost perfection. but it's almost perfection.

No crime, no noise, with nature, marble everywhere, and luxury. No crime, no noise, with nature, marble everywhere, and luxury. No crime, no noise, with nature, marble everywhere, and luxury. No crime, no noise, with nature, marble everywhere, and luxury. The only thing missing is people. The only thing missing is people. The only thing missing is people. The only thing missing

is people. The only thing missing is for someone to enjoy all this. The only thing missing is for someone to enjoy all this. The only thing missing is for someone to enjoy all this. The only thing missing is for someone to enjoy all this. It's as if millions and millions of dollars were invested, It's as if millions and millions of dollars were invested, <font

color="#FFFFFF"> It's as if millions and millions of dollars were invested, It's as if millions and millions of dollars were invested, but with no functionality. but with no functionality. but with no functionality. but with no functionality. It seems like just a cover. It seems like just a cover. It seems like just a cover.

It seems like just a cover. It's very strange to walk around this country. It's very strange to walk around this country. It's very strange to walk around this country. It's very strange to walk around this country. It's very strange. It's very strange. It's very strange. It's very strange. Be alert with this moment.

Be alert with this moment. Be alert with this moment. Be alert with this moment. It's 6 pm, theoretically peak hour, It's 6 pm, theoretically peak hour, It's 6 pm, theoretically peak hour, It's 6 pm, theoretically peak hour, the time when any city would be collapsed. the time when any city would be collapsed.

the time when any city would be collapsed. the time when any city would be collapsed. On one side, there are absolutely no more than giant marble buildings. On one side, there are absolutely no more than giant marble buildings. On one side, there are absolutely no more than giant marble buildings. On one side, there are absolutely no more than giant marble buildings. And

on the front, we are completely alone on a four-lane highway. And on the front, we are completely alone on a four-lane highway. And on the front, we are completely alone on a four-lane highway. And on the front, we are completely alone on a four-lane highway. This is the first time I've seen so many people gathered in this country, This is the first time I've seen so many people gathered in this country,

This is the first time I've seen so many people gathered in this country, This is the first time I've seen so many people gathered in this country, and it's because we are in the middle of Ramadan. and it's because we are in the middle of Ramadan. and it's because we are in the middle of Ramadan. and it's because we are in the middle of Ramadan.

The time to break the fast is approaching, and also, today is a free day. The time to break the fast is approaching, and also, today is a free day. The time to break the fast is approaching, and also, today is a free day. The time to break the fast is approaching, and also, today is a free day. Let's go into a shopping mall, let's go have dinner. Let's go

into a shopping mall, let's go have dinner. Let's go into a shopping mall, let's go have dinner. Let's go into a shopping mall, let's go have dinner. I'm surprised. I'm surprised. I'm surprised. I'm surprised. Finally, the people we hadn't seen appeared. Finally, the people we hadn't seen appeared. Finally, the people we hadn't

seen appeared. Finally, the people we hadn't seen appeared. Look at this place! Look at this place! Look at this place! Look at this place! There's even a Rolex store. There's even a Rolex store. There's even a Rolex store. There's even a Rolex store. Imagine how much money is

moving here. Imagine how much money is moving here. Imagine how much money is moving here. Imagine how much money is moving here. I just saw a group of otakus in Turkmenistan. I just saw a group of otakus in Turkmenistan. I just saw a group of otakus in Turkmenistan. I just saw a group of otakus in Turkmenistan. And

why is this such an important observation? And why is this such an important observation? And why is this such an important observation? And why is this such an important observation? Because it means anime is being consumed. Because it means anime is being consumed. Because it means anime is being consumed. Because it means anime is being consumed. Somehow,

there is access to watch Japanese anime in Turkmenistan. Somehow, there is access to watch Japanese anime in Turkmenistan. Somehow, there is access to watch Japanese anime in Turkmenistan. Somehow, there is access to watch Japanese anime in Turkmenistan. You didn't expect that. You didn't expect that. You didn't expect that. You didn't expect that. I have to say, I

feel out of place. I have to say, I feel out of place. I have to say, I feel out of place. I have to say, I feel out of place. Turkmen people dress very well. Turkmen people dress very well. Turkmen people dress very well. Turkmen people dress very well. They have a great sense of fashion.

They have a great sense of fashion. They have a great sense of fashion. They have a great sense of fashion. People are impeccably dressed. People are impeccably dressed. People are impeccably dressed. People are impeccably dressed. Men wear full suits, or are very well dressed. Men wear full suits, or are very well dressed.

Men wear full suits, or are very well dressed. Men wear full suits, or are very well dressed. I feel casual here. I feel casual here. I feel casual here. I feel casual here. But we got a little sinful. But we got a little sinful. But we got a little sinful.

But we got a little sinful. I saw people smoking, something that is strictly forbidden in the city. I saw people smoking, something that is strictly forbidden in the city. I saw people smoking, something that is strictly forbidden in the city. I saw people smoking, something that is strictly forbidden in the city. But apparently, there are designated spaces where smoking is allowed. But apparently, there are designated spaces

where smoking is allowed. But apparently, there are designated spaces where smoking is allowed. But apparently, there are designated spaces where smoking is allowed. Also, the place is packed. Also, the place is packed. Also, the place is packed. Also, the place is packed. We had to make a reservation hours in advance to get this table. We had to

make a reservation hours in advance to get this table. We had to make a reservation hours in advance to get this table. We had to make a reservation hours in advance to get this table. It’s full of people. It’s full of people. It’s full of people. It’s full of people. I'm impressed to see so many people for the first time.

I'm impressed to see so many people for the first time. I'm impressed to see so many people for the first time. I'm impressed to see so many people for the first time. Visiting Turkmenistan, its capital, and specifically the new Ashgabat, Visiting Turkmenistan, its capital, and specifically the new Ashgabat, Visiting Turkmenistan, its capital, and specifically the new Ashgabat, Visiting Turkmenistan, its capital, and specifically the

new Ashgabat, the entire marble city they built, the entire marble city they built, the entire marble city they built, the entire marble city they built, has definitely been one of the strangest and most interesting experiences has definitely been one of the strangest and most interesting experiences has definitely been one of the strangest and most interesting experiences has

definitely been one of the strangest and most interesting experiences I've had while traveling in my life. I've had while traveling in my life. I've had while traveling in my life. I've had while traveling in my life. I think Turkmenistan is not everything you read on the internet. I think Turkmenistan is not everything you read on the internet. I think Turkmenistan is not

everything you read on the internet. I think Turkmenistan is not everything you read on the internet. It’s not true that people are completely repressed, that they can’t speak, It’s not true that people are completely repressed, that they can’t speak, It’s not true that people are completely repressed, that they can’t speak, It’s not true that people are completely repressed, that they can’t speak, that they don’t have internet

access, or can’t watch TV. that they don’t have internet access, or can’t watch TV. that they don’t have internet access, or can’t watch TV. that they don’t have internet access, or can’t watch TV. But it's not the perfection that meets the eye either. But it's not the perfection that meets the eye either. But it's not the perfection that meets the eye either.

But it's not the perfection that meets the eye either. It’s more than evident that this city is like a bubble. It’s more than evident that this city is like a bubble. It’s more than evident that this city is like a bubble. It’s more than evident that this city is like a bubble. Outside the city, as I understand it, there are deserts, rural areas, Outside the city, as

I understand it, there are deserts, rural areas, Outside the city, as I understand it, there are deserts, rural areas, Outside the city, as I understand it, there are deserts, rural areas, more normal cities, with less development, etc. more normal cities, with less development, etc. more normal cities, with less development, etc. more normal cities, with less development, etc. This city is striking, really.

This city is striking, really. This city is striking, really. This city is striking, really. It’s too eccentric. It’s too eccentric. It’s too eccentric. It’s too eccentric. And the leaders have stayed in power for too many years, And the leaders have stayed in power for too many years, And

the leaders have stayed in power for too many years, And the leaders have stayed in power for too many years, doing some pretty peculiar things. doing some pretty peculiar things. doing some pretty peculiar things. doing some pretty peculiar things. So I think Turkmenistan is neither one thing nor the other. So I think Turkmenistan is neither one thing nor the other.

So I think Turkmenistan is neither one thing nor the other. So I think Turkmenistan is neither one thing nor the other. I found it very interesting I found it very interesting I found it very interesting I found it very interesting that the person I’ve talked to the most about the country’s situation, that the person I’ve talked to the most

about the country’s situation, that the person I’ve talked to the most about the country’s situation, that the person I’ve talked to the most about the country’s situation, someone who was born and grew up here, someone who was born and grew up here, someone who was born and grew up here, someone who was born and grew up here, for that person, all these

restrictions are completely normal. for that person, all these restrictions are completely normal. for that person, all these restrictions are completely normal. for that person, all these restrictions are completely normal. She tells me she is 100% sure She tells me she is 100% sure She tells me she is 100% sure She tells me she is 100% sure that

the restrictions imposed by the country are for the benefit of the population. that the restrictions imposed by the country are for the benefit of the population. that the restrictions imposed by the country are for the benefit of the population. that the restrictions imposed by the country are for the benefit of the population. That the parks and gigantic buildings the government has made That the parks and gigantic buildings the government has made

That the parks and gigantic buildings the government has made That the parks and gigantic buildings the government has made are for the enjoyment of future generations, not necessarily for this one. are for the enjoyment of future generations, not necessarily for this one. are for the enjoyment of future generations, not necessarily for this one. are for the enjoyment of future generations, not necessarily for this one.

She had an answer for everything. She had an answer for everything. She had an answer for everything. She had an answer for everything. Absolutely every restriction I asked her about had a justification. Absolutely every restriction I asked her about had a justification. Absolutely every restriction I asked her about had a justification. Absolutely every restriction I asked her about had

a justification. And that also means that, for the residents, And that also means that, for the residents, And that also means that, for the residents, And that also means that, for the residents, it is now normal to live with certain restrictions, it is now normal to live with certain restrictions, it is now normal to live with certain restrictions, <font

color="#FFFFFF"> it is now normal to live with certain restrictions, just like living with the eccentricities of the government. just like living with the eccentricities of the government. just like living with the eccentricities of the government. just like living with the eccentricities of the government. All of this is very curious, very crazy. All of this is very curious, very crazy. All of this

is very curious, very crazy. All of this is very curious, very crazy. Leaving aside the political aspect, which cannot be probed too much, Leaving aside the political aspect, which cannot be probed too much, Leaving aside the political aspect, which cannot be probed too much, Leaving aside the political aspect, which cannot be probed too much, and, first of all, I am not interested in delving into it because

I could get into serious trouble. and, first of all, I am not interested in delving into it because I could get into serious trouble. and, first of all, I am not interested in delving into it because I could get into serious trouble. and, first of all, I am not interested in delving into it because I could get into serious trouble. I have no interest in getting into trouble here. I have no

interest in getting into trouble here. I have no interest in getting into trouble here. I have no interest in getting into trouble here. That being said, I can tell you that this city is amazing, That being said, I can tell you that this city is amazing, That being said, I can tell you that this city is amazing, That being said, I can tell you that this city

is amazing, but absurd. but absurd. but absurd. but absurd. Beautiful, very rare, very empty, Beautiful, very rare, very empty, Beautiful, very rare, very empty, Beautiful, very rare, very empty, and again, beautiful and exotic. and again, beautiful and exotic. and again, beautiful and exotic.

and again, beautiful and exotic. All the descriptions apply. All the descriptions apply. All the descriptions apply. All the descriptions apply. I want to know what you think, what is the most important. I want to know what you think, what is the most important. I want to know what you think, what is the most important. <font

color="#A0AAB4"> I want to know what you think, what is the most important. What do you think? How do you feel about it? What do you think? How do you feel about it? What do you think? How do you feel about it? What do you think? How do you feel about it? Leave it all in the comments. Leave it all in the comments. <font

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next video. and see you in the next video. Pura vida Pura vida Pura vida Pura vida and kisses from someone who is in the second most secretive country on the planet. and kisses from someone who is in the second most secretive country on the planet. and kisses from someone who is in the second most secretive country on

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