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Kaka
City in Ahal, Turkmenistan
Overview
Kaka is a small oasis town in the Ahal region of Turkmenistan, historically known for being a stopping point on the old Silk Road. Today, it offers a glimpse into authentic Turkmen daily life, with its relaxed pace, traditional bazaars, and friendly locals.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Turkmenistan
Region
Ahal
Population
18,545
Time Zone
Asia/Ashgabat
Coordinates
37.35°, 59.61°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$545
Local Cost
$297
Local Income
$250
Cashless
10
English
10
Temperature
16.8°C
Summer Avg
29.2°C
Winter Avg
4.6°C
Record High
44.8°C
Record Low
-14.9°C
Humidity
41%
Precipitation
192 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 50/100.
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