National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, National archaeological museum in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
The National Museum of Antiquities presents over 50,000 artifacts across two floors, documenting the evolution of Central Asian civilizations through archaeological discoveries.
The institution began in 1934 with 530 exhibits as part of the Tajik branch of the Academy of Sciences, receiving its current name and dedicated building in 2001.
The museum exhibits items from various periods including Zoroastrian, Buddhist, Hellenistic, and Islamic influences that shaped Tajikistan's historical development.
The museum building stands in central Dushanbe, organizing regular educational activities and exhibitions that engage visitors with archaeological collections and historical narratives.
The museum houses a 13-meter-long Buddha statue weighing 5.5 tonnes, discovered during excavations at Ajina-Tepe in the 1960s.
Location: Dushanbe
Inception: 1934
Website: http://afc.ryukoku.ac.jp/tj
GPS coordinates: 38.56340,68.79910
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:07
Tajikistan features alpine lakes with clear waters, mountain ranges exceeding 5000 meters, and medieval fortresses. The country has deep valleys, high-altitude hot springs, and ancient archaeological sites. In the capital Dushanbe, there are museums, theaters, and parks. The Pamir Highway passes through the mountains to Kyrgyzstan, connecting towns located at over 3600 meters above sea level.
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