Chärjew

Alternate Form: Chardzhou

Location

Chärjew is the capital of the Lebap region on the Amu Darya River, in North Western Turkmenistan.

Population

approx 167,000 (est 1992)

Economic Activity & Overview

The city's main industries include gas, cotton and silk manufacturing, and superphosphate plants that produce fertilizer. The city began as a fortress founded in the 19th century.