Natural Beauties and Historical Sites of Tajikistan

Military construction from the 3rd century located at 3000 meters altitude. The stone walls stretch across several levels along the mountain slope.

High-altitude international road spanning 1200 km through the mountains, reaching 4655 meters at Ak-Baital Pass.

Mountain range with more than ten peaks exceeding 5000 meters. Glaciers and deep valleys characterize this part of the Pamir Range.

This museum displays archaeological, ethnographic, and artistic objects of Tajikistan across three floors. The collection includes 50000 items dating from the Neolithic to the present day.

Natural corridor traversed by the Varzob River, bordered by mountains. This valley connects the capital Dushanbe to the northern mountainous regions.

Set of seven alpine lakes connected by natural waterfalls. Each lake presents a different hue due to its depth and composition.

Military structure built in the 16th century with two entrance towers. The site includes an old madrasa and a mosque adjacent to the main enclosure.

Large alpine mountain lake fed by glaciers. Its blue waters reflect the surrounding peaks and attract many hikers in the summer.

Remains of a medieval city located at 2000 meters altitude. Excavations have revealed pottery and coins dating from the 7th century.

This hot spring emerges from the ground at 2800 meters altitude. Its temperature reaches 63°C. Locals use it for its medicinal properties.

This 25-meter bronze statue represents Ismoil Somoni, the first ruler of the Samanid dynasty. It stands on the central square.

Saltwater body situated in the Pamir mountains, with a maximum depth of 236 meters. The lake remains frozen for eight months of the year.

Freshwater lake created by an earthquake in 1911. It is 55.8 kilometers long and contains 17 cubic kilometers of water.

Administrative and economic center of the country with 863400 inhabitants, surrounded by mountains and crossed by the Varzob River.

Commercial hub on the Syr-Darya River, in northern Tajikistan. The city has 190,000 residents and features a central market, a historic fortress, and a regional museum.

Mountainous region traversed by the Yagnob River. Local inhabitants speak Yagnobi, an ancient language derived from Sogdian.

Alpine body of water located at 2800 meters altitude in the Fann Mountains. The lake is surrounded by peaks exceeding 5000 meters.

Mountainous corridor stretching 350 km between Tajikistan and Afghanistan. The valley follows the course of the Piandj River through deep gorges.

This 14-hectare municipal park includes fountains, flower beds, monuments, and recreational spaces for the population of the capital.

This mountain lake is found at 3300 meters altitude, surrounded by snowy peaks. Hikers access it after a 6-hour walk from the village of Zimtud.

This 300-meter-high earthfill dam on the Vakhsh River produces 70% of Tajikistan's electricity. Its reservoir measures 70 kilometers long.

This remote valley includes three stone villages, terraced fields, and a glacier-fed lake. Inhabitants practice traditional agriculture.

This 55-kilometer-long water retention on the Syr-Darya allows irrigation of agricultural lands and electricity production for the region.

Modern establishment constructed in 2009 that hosts community events and religious services for Ismaili Muslims in Tajikistan.

Performance venue built in 1946 with a capacity of 1500 seats, hosting national opera and ballet performances.

Archaeological site dating from the 5th century with murals, sculptures, and habitation remains. The medieval city includes palaces and a royal necropolis.

Mountain village established at 3700 meters altitude on the Pamir plateau, bordering a cold-water lake with winter temperatures dropping to -63°C.

Regional center located on the Pamir plateau at 3650 meters altitude. Low buildings are adapted to the mountain climate with negative temperatures eight months a year.

Archaeological site from 5500 years ago containing remains of palaces and religious buildings from the Bronze Age civilization.

Former medieval capital of the Khatlon province with remains of defensive walls and administrative buildings.

Hellenistic temple from the 3rd century BCE with stone foundations and architectural elements showing Greek influence.