Tomb of Ahmad Sanjar Soltan Sanjar ýadygärligi
The Tomb of Ahmad Sanjar is a 38-meter tall, 27-meter long brick mausoleum in the Mary Region of Turkmenistan, built in 1157. This structure serves as a notable example of Seljuk architecture dedicated to Ahmad Sanjar. It is currently one of the most looked-up sights in the country on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The most comfortable time to visit is during the spring months of March, April, and May, or in the autumn months of October and November when temperatures are moderate. Summers from June through August are hot, with daily highs reaching 37 °C, while winter months from December to February see temperatures drop near freezing. This site is accessible throughout the year, though visitors should prepare for the seasonal temperature variations.
The nearest airport is Mary International Airport, located 24 km away. Travelers arriving from the capital city of Ashgabat must travel 334 km to reach the site. The tomb is situated just 2.5 km from Merv, making it practical to include both locations in a single visit.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 37 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 9 | 12 | 17 | 25 | 30 | 35 | 37 | 35 | 30 | 23 | 17 | 11 |
| Average low, °C | -1 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Rainfall, mm | 23 | 22 | 34 | 25 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 19 |
| Rainy days | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
