Takhti-Sangin, Archaeological site in Khatlon Province, Tajikistan.
Takhti-Sangin is an excavation site in Khatlon Province with exposed stone foundations, walls, and layers showing multiple settlement periods. The uncovered remains reveal how communities lived and built structures across different eras at this location.
The site served as a trading post along Central Asian routes for many centuries. Excavations have revealed layers of occupation showing how successive civilizations built and used this location over time.
The recovered objects from multiple cultures reveal how different peoples met and traded in this location. Pottery, tools, and building styles show the blend of practices that visitors can still observe in the exposed layers today.
The site is located in a remote area requiring advance permission from local authorities and arrangements for transportation. Visitors should plan ahead and hire local guides, as facilities and services nearby are limited.
The name translates to Stone Throne, referring to the elevated position of the main structures on the landscape. Some portions were deliberately buried to protect them, requiring careful excavation techniques to preserve what remains.
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