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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Tajikistan

14 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Tajikistan

Updated June 3, 2024

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Rushon, Tajikistan

Sarez Lake

The largest dam in the world and the site of a potential disaster.
Landscape surrounding Yamchun Fort.

Ishkoshim, Tajikistan

Yamchun Fort

This ancient Silk Road outpost overlooking the Wakhan Valley is miraculously still standing.
Wall of Great Tajik Writers.

Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Wall of Great Tajik Writers

A building facade covered with the statues of 11 giants of Tajik literature.

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Shorbulak Observatory

This remote, abandoned Soviet observatory promises spectacular views for those who can reach it.
It looks as if you're walking in a maquette.

Pingan, Tajikistan

Hulbuk Fortress

This medieval citadel once guarded the western entrance of the Pamir Highway.

Nohijai Pançakent, Tajikistan

Ancient Panjakent

The remains of an ancient city-state along the Silk Road.
Mausoleum of Rudaki in Panjrud, Sughd, Tajikistan. June 27, 2016.

Pandzhrudak, Tajikistan

Tomb of Rudaki

Where the father of Persian poetry is laid to rest.
Anzob Tunnel in 2012, filling with water

Ayni, Tajikistan

Anzob Tunnel

This dark, damp, perilous tunnel is the only passage from north to south Tajikistan.
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Nuts and dried fruit on display at Panjshanbe Bazaar.

Khujand, Tajikistan

Panjshanbe Bazaar

A bustling bazaar with an elaborate facade in Central Asia’s underrated capital.
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