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Why visit Tajikistan?
Ideal for the adventurous travelers previously visited Central Asia seeking an undiscovered gem for hunting, lakes, local markets, mountaineering, mountains, religious sites, and scenic vistas.
Khatlon Region, Tajikistan. Photo Credit: Makalu/Pixabay
At a Glance
- Souvenirs to Buy: Carpets, ceramics, clay whistles, pottery, and tiles.
- Local Cuisine to Try: Damlama (stew). Fatir-Maska (bread). Hurbo-Nakhud (chickpea soup). Laghman (soup). Lubiyova (bean soup), Mantu (dumplings). Mastobai Gelakdor (meatball soup). Oshi Palov (meat dish). Sambusa (stuffed pastry). Shakarob (salad). Shurbo (soup).
- Local Drink to Try: Baltica (beer). Cholob (yogurt), Shirchay (tea).
Khorugh, Tajikistan. Photo Credit: Makalu/Pixabay
Fun Facts
- Smallest nation in Central Asia.
- Has only 1 major airline (Somon Air).
- Sarazm means “where the land begins”.
- The Dushanbe Tea House was gifted (1988) to Boulder, CO.
- National sport is gushtigiri, a form of traditional wrestling.
- Has 1 ski resort (Varzob).
- Home to the longest valley glacier outside the Polar region (Tajikistan National Park).
Pamir Mountains, Tajikistan. Photo Credit: Makalu/Pixabay
Special Holidays/Occasions
- Annual Events: (March) Navroz, (April) Sayru Guli Lola, June) Atlas & Adras, (July) At Chabysh Festival, Roof of the World Festival, (September) Food & Balloon Festival, (October) Didor Film Festival, Music Festival, and (November) Festival of Pilaf.
- Holidays: New Year's Day, International Women's Day, Nowruz, International Labour Day, Victory Day, National Unity Day, Independence Day. Constitution Day. Eid al-Fitr, and Eid al-Adha.
Photo Credit: Александр/Pixabay
Good to Know
- Cash only economy.
- USD before 1983 are not accepted.
- Cuisine is a blend of Chinese, Middle Eastern, and Russian.
- Lacks tourism infrastructure.
- Credit cards are rarely accepted.
- Avoid tap water consumption.
- Traveler’s checks are not accepted.
- Drug trafficking is considered a major source of income.
- Popular for hunting for bighorn sheep.
- Medical care is below our Western standards.
- Landmines are known to exists along Afghan-Tajik and Uzbek-Tajik borders.
- Has zero tolerance for alcohol related incidents.
- Carry your passport with you at all times.
- Year round requires a sweater in the evening.
- Avoid Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan border.
- Illegal to photograph buildings, military or security interests.
- Avoid exploring at night.
Botanical Garden, Khorugh, Tajikistan. Photo Credit: Makalu/Pixabay
This international destination requires:
- A valid passport with 3 months of validity upon return, two blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
- Tourist VISA required for visits beyond 30 days.
- Currency Restrictions for Exit: $3,000USD.
Subject to air pollution, avalanches, earthquakes and dust storms.
- Best Time to Visit: March - May & September - October
- Coldest Months: November - March
- Hottest Months: June - September
- Peak Season: June - September
Your Must-See & Do
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Proto Urban Site of Sarazm and Tajik National Park.
Vrang, Tajikistan. Photo Credit: Makalu/Pixabay
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