President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdumuhamedov took part in the opening of a golden monument to the Alabai (Central Asian Shepherd) dog. The news agency "

The height of the dog's figure is 6 m, it is installed on a pedestal 9 m high. It is noted that the 15-meter monument, located on an area with a diameter of 36 m, is clearly visible from all sides and is visible from afar.

According to the agency, the initiator of the installation of the monument was the president himself, in order to "

Turkmen Alabai, or wolfhound, is a type of Central Asian Shepherd Dog. It is considered one of the oldest breeds on the planet.. Along with the Akhal-Teke horse, Alabai is a national treasure of Turkmenistan. The export of purebred animals abroad is prohibited without official permission..