Dushanbe is located in the Gissar Valley, bounded by the Gissar Range in the north and east and the Babatag, Aktau, Rangontau and Karatau mountains in the south, and has an elevation of 750–930 m. The city is divided into four districts: Ismail Samani, Avicenna, Ferdowsi, and …

Dushanbe, city and capital of Tajikistan. It lies along the Varzob (Dushanbinka) River in the Gissar valley, in the southwest of the republic. It was built in the Soviet period on the site of three former settlements, of which the largest was named Dyushambe (Tajik dush, meaning “Monday,” its …

With a rural hinterland of grassy pastures and snow-capped mountains visible from down town, Dushanbe (ДУШАНБЕ) is a delightful city built around parks, lakes and fountains. With the frenetic building project of the past decade mostly complete, there is a palpable air of satisfaction about the city centre.

Translating to "Monday" in Tajik, Dushanbe was once a tiny mountain village known for its Monday market. Today that village has become a metropolis, but the Barakat covered market remains one of the most vibrant attractions in the city.

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Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, is a beautiful city of stark contrasts between the old and the new. Old Soviet-era buildings stand adjacent to new massive state buildings and monuments, and there always seems to be a tension between the demolition of the …

Here are my top 10 things to do for a first-time visitor in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. 1. The Istiqlol Monument in Dushanbe. The Istiklol Monument and Square is where events are often held, such as sporting events or national holiday festivities. Photo by Annie Elle.

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Jan 4, 2025 · Tajikistan's capital city, Dushanbe, is undergoing a radical transformation. Here's how to explore it, with my tips for the best things to do in Dushanbe.

Jul 3, 2024 · Dushanbe isn’t necessarily the most beautiful city in central Asia and neither are there a lot of spectacular things to do in Dushanbe. However, its pleasant atmosphere is a welcome respite from the challenges of traveling in Central Asia.