Repetek Nature Reserve

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Karakum Desert, Turkmenistan

Repetek Nature Reserve

reserve, Turkmenistan

Also known as: Repetek Preserve

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Karakum Desert
Study and exploration
The Repetek Preserve, in the eastern part of the central Karakum, was created in 1928 and covers an area of about 135 square miles (350 square km). Its purpose is to preserve the desert environment and provide a place for its study. The Institute of Deserts…
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The Repetek Preserve, in the eastern part of the central Karakum, was created in 1928 and covers an area of about 135 square miles (350 square km). Its purpose is to preserve the desert environment and provide a place for its study. The Institute of Deserts…
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