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Its capital is Ashgabat
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A river flows through its capital city
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Is one of the 15 driest nations on Earth, with an average of 206 mm or less
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Is a presidential republic
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Has an average elevation over 3,100
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Used to be part of the Soviet Union
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Its citizens are over 85% Muslim
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Accepts multiple currencies
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Uses "manat" as its currency
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Received its independence in 1991
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Borders the largest lake in Asia
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