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The discovery of the ‘lost’ ancient city of Karon symbolises a new era for tourism in Tajikistan. 

Exploring the Lost City of Karon: What the Machu Picchu of Tajikistan Means for Tourism

Tajikistani cuisine benefits from cultural influences ranging from the Sassanid Empire to the USSR. Here we highlight the 10 best cultural restaurants in Dushanbe.

The 10 Best Restaurants In Dushanbe, Tajikistan

See Ksenia Diodorova’s eye-opening photographs of families living in Tajikistan’s remote provinces, and their relatives working in Russia to support them.

In the Cold: Photographing Tajikistan’s Harsh Realities

The Best Travel, Food and Culture Guides for Tajikistan, Asia - Local News & Top Things to Do

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Exploring the Lost City of Karon: What the Machu Picchu of Tajikistan Means for Tourism

The discovery of the ‘lost’ ancient city of Karon symbolises a new era for tourism in Tajikistan.

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The 10 Best Restaurants In Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Art

In the Cold: Photographing Tajikistan’s Harsh Realities