A mountain junction in the western part of the Pamir-Alai mountain system. Here turquoise and emerald lakes, glaciers and stormy rivers appear to the tourist's eye. Thanks to good transport accessibility (you can get there from Samarkand) The Fan Mountains are a popular destination for hiking, eco-recreation and extreme sports.

The largest natural body of water in Tajikistan and the largest lake in the Eastern Pamirs. It is located at an altitude of more than 3 km above sea level. In winter, an ice crust with a thickness of more than one meter is formed here, and in summer the water temperature does not exceed 12 ° C. The lake is located in an incredibly beautiful, but rather remote Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region.

A large mountain system of Central Asia, part of which is located in Tajikistan. The name is translated as "the roof of the world", "the foot of the bird", "the foot of death". Three mountain peaks with a height of more than 7 km . on Tajik territory: Peak Ismail Samani, peak Ibn Sina, Korzhenevskaya Peak. There are many glaciers and eternally snow-covered ridges in the Pamir mountain system.

Located in Dushanbe, it contains several thematic departments: ancient and medieval history, modern history, arts, nature. Expeditions are constantly organized under the leadership of the museum, as a result of which the collections of exhibits are replenished. The museum building, built in the Baroque style, is of architectural value.

The structure next to the Palace of Nations in Dushanbe, on which the national flag is being developed. Attracts attention by the fact that it is the world's tallest flagpole. The height is about 165 meters. The main structural elements were created in Dubai and finally installed in the capital of Tajikistan in 2010-2011.

Monument erected in honor of Emir Abu Ibrahim Ismail Ibn Ahmed of the Samanid dynasty. This ruler founded a large and strong state in Central Asia with its capital in Dushanbe. The monument was erected in 1999 in honor of the celebration of the 1100th anniversary of the state Samanids. The design looks presentable and is decorated with a rich finish.

The remains of a structure that is more than 2500 years old. The well-preserved gate was built in the XVI century by one of the Bukhara emirs. Previously, the fortress was the residence of the rulers. The thickness of the fortress walls was more than 1 meter, there was a swimming pool and a garden in the courtyard. Fragments of walls and some buildings have survived to this day in addition to the gates.

It is located in the city of Khujand. Its history is connected with the struggle of local peoples against the hordes of Genghis Khan. The great Khan sent 75,000 men to besiege the fortress. After the defense fell, the structure was destroyed by the Mongol army, and no one remembered the ruins for several centuries. In the XVI century, the fortress was restored and became the residence of the local ruler.

The area where the Buddhist monastery of the VII-VIII centuries was found as a result of excavations in 1961. A few years after the work began, a huge clay statue of Buddha was discovered in one of the corridors, which is recognized as the largest in Central Asia. The name "Ajina-Tepe" translates as "hill of evil spirits" or "devil's hill".

An ancient settlement dating back to the IV-II centuries BC. An important historical monument of World Heritage, included in the UNESCO lists. Sarasm was discovered in the 70s of the twentieth century. As a result of the excavations, many well-preserved buildings, household items and tools were found.

It was created in order to preserve the unique nature of Tajikistan. The area of the park is about 2.6 million hectares, it includes the central part of Pamir-Alai, Gorno-Badakhshan AO, Tavildara and Jirgatal districts. This place is popular among tourists who prefer eco-recreation and admiring nature.

It is located in the Fan Mountains at an altitude of more than 2 km. above sea level. This reservoir is called the heart of the Fan Mountains. One of the legends says that Alexander the Great passed here with his army, and here he lost his beloved horse. The lake is named after the great commander (in Asia, Alexander is known by the name Iskander).

An artificial reservoir created in the middle of the XX century for economic purposes, which was nicknamed the "Tajik Sea". The reservoir is home to many commercial fish, several species of migratory birds nest. Excellent infrastructure has been created here — sanatoriums, recreation areas, children's camps have been built.

It appeared as a result of the earthquake of 1911. A large section of the Muzkolsky ridge collapsed, forming a deep gorge under it. This gorge was instantly filled with the waters of the Murghab River. This is how the youngest lake on the planet appeared. Unfortunately, as a result of these natural changes, more than 100 people died.

Healing mineral spring on the slope Shahdarya ridge. In the middle of the XX century, a hydrotherapy clinic was built at the outlet of the waters, which functions in our time. Until the end of the XIX century, local residents worshiped the spring and installed small altars in places where the waters came to the surface.

A high-altitude road connecting the Tajik city of Khorog and the Kyrgyz Osh, approximately 700 km long. This is one of the most picturesque highways in the world, laid through plateaus, bottomless gorges, "Martian plains" and inhospitable mountain deserts. Many auto travelers dream of driving along this highway.