Standard TimeTMT |
UTC+5 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Ashgabat |
Ekrem time compared to Beijing time (China) |
3 hours ahead |
Introduction to Ekrem, Turkmenistan
Ekrem is a town in the Lebap region of Turkmenistan, located in the eastern part of the country, near the banks of the Amu Darya River. It has a predominantly agrarian economy, especially characterized by cotton cultivation and livestock breeding, and is a typical arid climate zone. Ekrem has a small population, relatively simple infrastructure, and a gentle pace of life that reflects the traditional look of rural Turkmenistan.
Geographical and environmental features
Ekrem is located in the interior of Central Asia and is surrounded by mostly plains and semi-desert landscapes with hot, dry summers and cold winters. The Amu Darya River provides important water support, and the local vegetation is dominated by drought-tolerant crops, making the ecological environment relatively fragile.
Economic and Cultural Background
The economy is dependent on agriculture, with cotton and grains being the main products, and some residents are engaged in animal husbandry. The culture retains traditional Turkmen customs, such as handicrafts and folk festivals, but due to its remote location and low level of modernization, life is kept simple.
Transportation and Regional Role
Ekrem is connected by road to neighboring cities, such as Turkmenabad, but the transportation network is more basic. It serves primarily as an agricultural distribution center in the region, with a supporting role in the food supply of the Lebap region, and is not a tourist or industrial center.
Ekrem Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-26
Sunrise Time
08:00
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Sunset Time
19:13
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