Small town of about 30'000 inhabitant, on the banks of the Zeravshan river in the Sughd province of Tajikistan.
A old Sogdian village in the Yagnob valley well-known for its climbing mountains walls.
Vikhinj is a camp on high pasture in the Langar gorge, around 16km South of Irkht meteo station (Sarez lake). The site is surrounding by many lakes and 5000 meters peaks. From there you can reach the Chapdara lake in 2 days hiking.
Panjakent
Tajikistan
Qal'ai Khumb is a picturesque small town located in the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region of Tajikistan, along the Afghan border. Once the capital of the independent state of Darvoz, it now serves as the administrative center of the district bearing the same name.
The town is situated at the confluence of the Obi-Khumbob River and the powerful Panj River, which forms the natural border with Afghanistan and divides Qal'ai Khumb into two distinct parts: Qal'ai Khumb to the east and Darvoz to the west.
Khorog
Tajikistan
The Shohmansur market: a page turned in Dushanbe
Once the beating heart of local commerce, the Shohmansur market - also known as the Green Bazaar - was one of Dushanbe's most emblematic landmarks. For decades, locals and visitors alike came here to buy fresh produce, discover the flavours of Tajikistan, and experience the warm, authentic atmosphere of Central Asian markets.
Dushanbe
Tajikistan
Step into the enchanting world of the Gurminj Museum of Musical Instruments, nestled in the heart of Dushanbe. Since 1990, this cultural gem has been captivating visitors with its rich array of musical treasures, all originating from the private collection of the gifted folk artist, Gurminj Zavkibekov (1929-2003).
Dushanbe
Tajikistan
The Zarafshan Range is a mountain range in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, part of the Pamir-Alay mountains. Almost all of the range belongs to the drainage basins of the Zarafshan River.
The Persian name is believed to possibly be a reference to gold found in bed of the Zarafshan River and its tributaries, which has ushered prosperity to the region from ancient times.
The highest point of 5,489 metres is the peak Chimtarga.
Panjakent
Tajikistan