A diverse range of exhibits in the exhibition hall of Turkmenistan, including jewelry, fashion, musical instruments and various photos, attracted many visitors during the 6th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, which opened in Dunhuang, Gansu province, on Sept 6.

An exterior view of the exhibition hall of Turkmenistan [Photo/gscn.com.cn]

Turkmenistan has worked hard to preserve and maintain many of its historical sites, such as ancient city ruins, forts, and castles, as well as magnificent medieval public buildings. These are masterpieces crafted by the skilled artisans and designers of their nation.

A photo shows that a person offers a performance with a Akhal-Teke horse. [Photo/benliuxinwen.com]

What Turkmen are most proud of may be the Akhal-Teke horse, one of the oldest breeds of horses in the world, which have been cultivated for over 3,000 years. This kind of horse, having a slender body, short coat, and a streamlined physique, are known for their speed and endurance.

When a white Akhal-Teke horse runs, the capillary vessels under its skin will become congested, making its skin turn pink. For this reason, it was known as "blood-sweating heavenly horses" in ancient China.

Turkmenistan's fashion on display. [Photo/gscn.com.cn]

A musical instrument on display. [Photo/benliuxinwen.com]

Some pieces of Turkmenistan's jewelry on display. [Photo/benliuxinwen.com]

At the same time, the hall also showcases Turkmenistan's jewelry and traditional dress.

Turkmen jewelry stands out with its beautifully artistic, diverse, and rich designs. The most commonly used gemstones by jewelers are turquoise and carnelian. Different jewelry is worn by different age groups.

Girls from various regions in Turkmenistan often wear embroidered headscarves, which not only have unique designs but also diverse patterns.

Turkmenistan is located in Central Asia, with a land area of 491,200 square kilometers. About 80 percent of its land is covered by the Karakum Desert, with the rest being mountains and plains. Turkmenistan has a population of over 7 million and its capital city is Ashgabat. The official language is Turkmen, and the currency is the Manat.