Sports tourism
Tajikistan is a natural adventure playground, its mountains, rivers, and lakes ideally suited to sports and active travel. In addition to trekking and mountaineering, there are plenty of opportunities for mountain biking, paragliding, rafting and many other activities Alpinism is one of the most popular sports tourism in Tajikistan. There are several high mountains, including […]
Food Tourism
Tajikistan’s national cuisine is a highlight of any visit to the country. The food reflects the country’s geographical location on the Silk Road but also the fertility of the farmland in Sughd and Khatlon. There are many opportunities to learn about Tajikistan’s gastronomy and try a variety of local dishes which reflect the national culture […]
Mountain Trekking
Tajikistan is a paradise for mountains. Some 93% of the country is mountainous, its landscape shaped by the Pamir-Alay Ranges. Several of the peaks soar above 7,000m, and alpinists come from all over the world to climb Ismoil Somoni Peak (7,495m) and others. Whether you are a novice trekking or advanced mountaineer, Tajikistan has suitable […]
Pilgrimage
Tajikistan has many domestic and international visitors whose journeys within the country are driven by their faith. They want to visit places of religious significance, including mosques, monasteries, and shrines where they can learn about saints and other holy figures in the past, listen to religious teachings, and pray. In Penjikent, for example, there is […]
Tirgon
The Tirgon, or Wheat Ripening Festival, dates back to Aryan times. According to the Gregorian calendar, it coincides with the beginning of the calendar month and falls on July 3 of the modern calendar. The month of Tyre (June 21st to July 21st) falls in the summer. During this month, grains and fruits ripen. The […]
Sada
At the initiative of the respected Leader of the Nation, the Founder of Peace and National Unity, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rakhmon, the Holiday Sada is officially celebrated annually on January 30 in our country. Holiday Sada is also one of the ancient holidays of the Aryan peoples. The essence of the […]
Astrotourism
Astrotourism (a portmanteau of astronomy and tourism) is a niche but fast-growing type of nature-based tourism. It is focused on stargazing, and takes places in destinations where there is little light pollution, so it is possible to see the stars clearly in the night sky. Astrotourism also includes travel to witness astronomical events such as […]
Ajina-Tepa Buddhist Monastery, Wakhsh District
The ruin of the Buddhist cloister of of Ajina-Tepa (Devil’s Hill) is located in the southwestern part of Kizilsoy village in the Wakhsh district of Khatlon province. This ancient monument is situated 12 km north of the Bokhtar city (former Qurghonteppa). The site is approximately 85 km far to the south of the capital city […]
Khoja Mashhad Mausoleum and Madrasa
The madrasa and mausoleum of Khoja Mashhad or “Double mausoleum” are located in the village of Sayodivillage of the village council (jamoat) of Talbak Sadriddin in Shahritus district. It is located 6 km south of the village of Shaartuz in the direction of the village of Ayvaj, on the bank of the Kafirnihon River. The […]
Kofir Qala
Kofir Qala is located at the western outskirt of the centre of Jaloliddini Balkhi district. The district is located 32 km far from the city of Bokhtar, which is the center of Khatlon province. The citadel of Kafir Qala was reportedly built in 1-3 century and functioned till the 8th century. According to historians, Kofirqala […]
