11 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Tajikistan - Atlas Obscura

Unusual Attractions in Tajikistan

Rushon, Tajikistan

Sarez Lake

The largest dam in the world and the site of a potential disaster.

Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Wall of Great Tajik Writers

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

Pingan, Tajikistan

Hulbuk Fortress

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

Ishkoshim, Tajikistan

Yamchun Fort

This ancient Silk Road outpost overlooking the Wakhan Valley is miraculously still standing.

Ayni, Tajikistan

Anzob Tunnel

This dark, damp, perilous tunnel is the only passage from north to south Tajikistan.

Panjakent, Tajikistan

Tomb of Rudaki

Where the father of Persian poetry is laid to rest.

Shorbulak Observatory

This remote, abandoned Soviet observatory promises spectacular views for those who can reach it.

Khujand, Tajikistan

Tajikistan Lenin Statue

The largest Lenin statue in Central Asia was moved to an empty field rather than being destroyed.

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