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Cave Settlement of Ekedeshik


 

This cave was mentioned in many Turkmen legends and tales. Some of them say that caravans of camels going in two lines could enter and exit the cave. It is hard to prove this now . However, it has been proved that the cave was formed inside of a hill. The constructions inside it are dated the 14th- 15th centuries . T he h ouse inside the cave was dug out - no materials were used. Some walls are furnished with shelves - probably for decoration purposes. Scientists consider that cave was a home for a plenty of families. By the way, "Ekedeshik" means " one hole " . It justifies the presence of the only entrance to the cave settlement.

«Ekedeshik» is a unique and original ancient monument which has miraculously survived o n the territory of Turkmenistan .

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