Abiward
Ruins of Abiward (Turkmen: Abiwert), Ahal Province, Turkmenistan | |
| Alternative name | Abiwerd, Abiwert, Abiverd, Abivard, Abiourd, Bawerd, Bivard |
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| Coordinates | 37°23′28″N 59°34′0″E / 37.39111°N 59.56667°E |
| Site notes | |
| Condition | Ruined |
| Public access | yes |
Abiward or Abi-ward, was an ancient Sasanian city in modern-day Turkmenistan. Archaeological excavations at the ancient city of Abiward have been made in the 20th century about 8 km west of Kaka (Russian: Каахка) in an area of 12,000 m2. The central tell is 60 feet high and 700 feet round.