Sights

The Central Cathedral Mosque of Dushanbe, named after Imam Abu Hanifa, is the second largest mosque in Central Asia after the Hazrat Sultan Mosque in Astana.

It was inaugurated on June 09, 2023 by the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon together with the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who donated part of the funds for the construction of this magnificent complex.

Shorbulak Observatory is one of the world’s highest astronomical sites, perched at over 4,300 m in the remote mountains near Murghab, in the Tajik Pamirs. Built during the Soviet era for space and infrared research, its dry, cloudless skies made it an ideal place for observing stars and cosmic rays. Though now abandoned, the observatory remains accessible and fascinating to visit: rusted domes, old telescopes, and crumbling Soviet-era buildings stand silent against a dramatic mountain backdrop.

The Shakhty cave paintings, located at over 4,200 meters altitude in the Eastern Pamirs, near Murghab, are among the oldest examples of rock art in Central Asia. Discovered in 1958 by Soviet archaeologist Vladimir Ranov, they depict a striking hunting scene painted in red pigment derived from local iron oxide. The artwork shows a central figure—possibly a hunter or a shaman—wearing a bird-shaped mask and aiming at a wild boar, accompanied by yaks and a bear, some of which are pierced with arrows.

The Kurmanjan Datka Museum, located in the village of Gulcho in Osh Province and opened in 1991, is dedicated to the life and legacy of one of the most legendary figures in Kyrgyz history. Kurmanjan Datka, nicknamed the “Queen of the South”, was an outstanding leader and diplomat whose wisdom and fortitude helped protect the interests of the Kyrgyz people during the difficult period of the 19th century.

Barskoon Beach, located in the picturesque Jeti-Oguz district on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, is one of the most attractive vacation spots on this famous lake. Due to its natural beauty, tranquility and diverse recreational opportunities, Barskoon Beach attracts tourists and locals looking for the perfect place to relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery.

The Davletov Historical Museum is located in Jeti-Oguz district in Ak-Dobo village in the school named after Davletov

Saryköl is a beautiful lake situated on a mountain plateau between Shorgosu and Aïgyrbulak in the south-east of the Jetimbel Too range. Its name means "Yellow Lake" in Kyrgyz. Sary Köl is an endorheic lake, meaning that it has no outflow, and all of its water is retained within its basin.

The lake measures approximately 2.4 kilometers in length and 700 meters in width. The lake's location on the plateau ensures that it is surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, with peaks rising in the distance.

Ekurgenkel is a stunning lake located in the southern part of the Seok mountains on the eastern side of the Jetim Bel range. Its main source of water is the Sary Tor glacier, which ensures a constant supply of fresh, clean water. 

The lake is approximately 1.5 kilometers in length and 1 kilometer wide, with crystal clear waters that reflect the surrounding mountain peaks. The area around the lake is characterized by peaks that rise to altitudes of more than 4000 meters, creating a breathtaking landscape that is sure to awe visitors.