Here are links to our stories from Tajikistan.
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Best Sites To Visit In Central Asia
The countries that make up Central Asia have colourful cultures that are diverse as their landscapes. If you’ve considered travelling to these fascinating lands but don’t know where to begin, we have laid out what we think are the Best Sites To Visit In Central Asia.
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Wakhan Valley – An Independent Travel Guide
Tajikistan’s Wakhan Valley is a place like no other. Strips of green oases climb the barren mountain slopes. Nestled within those green gardens are the traditional stone houses. Travelling in Wakhan Valley independently, without a guide, allowed us to take our time and learn a little about their culture, customs and traditions.
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Trekking in Jizev Valley
If you travel to the Pamir Mountains in Tajikistan there is one side trip that should not be missed. The trek to the remote Jisev Valley combines beautiful scenery with a stay in a traditional Tajik village. The trek to the rustic homes of Jisev turned out to be one of our favourite places in…
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Pamir Highway – An Independent Travel Guide
Driving or cycling the Pamir Highway is considered one of the world’s greatest road trips. The idea of travelling between the gorgeous Pamir Mountains and staying in traditional Tajik villages captivates your imagination. Not only did we take a road trip on the Pamir Highway and stay in these villages, we travelled it independently.
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Discover Dushanbe
Most of Tajikistan’s population live in small towns and villages that are scattered around the country’s rugged landscape. The contrast between those simple, rural communities and the modern look of Dushanbe was quite startling. With a few days to explore the country’s capital we discovered a city with a unique and quirky character.
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A Weekend on Iskanderkul
As we crested the mountain pass and drove down toward Iskanderkul, we understood why this lake is so popular. The rounded peak of Alexander’s Hat was standing prominently at the far side of the aqua blue lake, changing what would otherwise be a pretty lake into a stunning one.
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Seven Lakes Trek in Tajikistan
High in the Fann Mountains is one of Tajikistan’s little-known treasures. A deep gorge made by the Shing River holds seven breathtaking mountain lakes providing many more than seven stunning views. The colour of the water and the spectacular mountain settings make Seven Lakes (Haft Kul) one of the most stunning places in Tajikistan.
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Tajikistan’s Fergana Valley
Tajikistan’s Fergana Valley is physically separated from the rest of the country by a high mountain pass giving it a unique flavour that is not only different from the rest of the country, but also different from the rest of the Fergana Valley.
