Neutrality Arch
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The Neutrality Arch is a monument located in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. 75 meters in height, it was erected by president Saparmurat Niyazov to commemorate Turkmenistan's official neutrality. It features ornate inscriptions and a glass elevator. Atop the monument is a gold-plated statue of Niyazov which rotates 360 degrees over 24 hours so as to always face the sun. The tripod design was inspired by a traditional Turkmen trivet. Construction of the arch was completed in 1998.
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Coordinates: 37°56′13″N 58°22′48″E / 37.936944°N 58.380000°E
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