The ancient historic city of Nisa

Nisa is another important archaeological complex located in Turkmenistan, not far from the modern capital Ashgabat. This ancient city was inhabited as early as the 3rd century BC and is considered one of the oldest cities in Central Asia.

In ancient times, Nisa was the capital of the Parthian kingdom, one of the great states of early antiquity that rivaled the Roman Empire in the Middle East. The Parthian king Mithridates I founded Nisa and made it his residence. Later, under the rule of his descendants, the city flourished as a center of trade and culture.

Nisa is also of historical significance due to the Greek-Parthian conflict. The place was the scene of battles between the armies of the Greco-Bactrian and Greco-Seleucid kings with the Parthians for control of the region.

The city is known for its architecture and unique structures, such as the palace and temples, as well as the remains of defense walls. The inhabitants of Nisa possessed high technology in the field of construction, as evidenced by their unique bricklaying techniques.

Today Nisa is one of the most famous archaeological monuments in Turkmenistan and is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Its excavations continue, revealing new aspects of the ancient history and culture of this region.