On the Silk Roads: adventure and historical riches in Tajikistan
Asmall mountainous jewel of a country wedged between Afghanistan and China, Tajikistan has changed since I first visited it as a backpacker in 2009. Back then, landing in the diminutive capital, Dushanbe, at 3am, a permit for trekking and letter of invitation in hand, I was met by a virtually deserted airport and a city […]
Tajikistan Is Fast Becoming Eurasia’s Sought-After Tourist Destination: What You Need to Know
Eurasia is undergoing a tourism renaissance, with Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia emerging as some of the world’s most sought-after travel destinations. Once considered hidden gems, these countries are now capturing global attention with their rich cultural heritage, natural wonders, and modern developments. This collective rise in tourism is fueled by record-breaking tourist arrivals and growing […]