8 Best Places To Visit in Tajikistan Before You Die

 

4. Penjikent

Ancient Penjikent served as an important trading point and the town really flourished. This is evident by the kind of houses that were built in this area based on the old town’s ruins. The archeological ruins are a reminder of the Sogdian trading history of the town, and they are an interesting site to check out on your Tajikistan trip.

 

3. Istaravshan

The city has been in existence for over 2,500 years. Istaravshan houses the beautiful and well-known Abdullatif Mosque and Madrasah. You can visit Istaravshan as a one day stop over on your way to Dushanbe or from Khojand.