Bouygues subsequently built a new palace. Construction began in 2008, and ended 18 May 2011. President
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov attended the opening. The cost of a new palace $250 million.
Halls of the palace Welcoming ceremonies of arriving dignitaries are held in the central hall of the palace. Called the Golden Hall, it is intended for high-level bilateral talks.
Gorkut Ata Hall is another conference hall.
Seljuk Han Hall is the site of the signing of bilateral agreements and intergovernmental agreements. The
Bayram Han Hall is used for press conferences and press briefings. The
Magtymguly Hall is used for a variety of meetings and cultural events. The palace complex also features a separate banquet hall used for entertaining visiting heads of state and of international organisations. == Numismatics ==