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An accompanying guide will meet you at the Dushanbe airport. Today you will have a tour of the capital of Tajikistan, Dushanbe. You will be able to learn a lot of interesting things about the city. The tour will begin with a visit to Rudaki Park, the National Library, and the White House. You will be able to see the flagpole with the flag of Tajikistan, the Parliament Building, and the National Park, where you can not only walk, but also take some photos against the background of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the largest national flag in the world. The height of the flagpole is 165 m, the area is 1,800 m, the width is 30 m, and the length is 60 m. The tour will continue with a visit to the Central Museum. In the afternoon, you are scheduled to visit the Gurminja Museum of Traditional Musical Instruments and the colorful Asian Bazaar. There you will get to know the Tajik people better and will also be able to buy both souvenirs and different types of nuts, fruits, and vegetables. Overnight at the hotel.

Today you will have an excursion to Khujand. The road passes through the Anzob Pass (3,372 m), which offers an incredible view of the surrounding area. Khujand ranks second in size after Dushanbe. It is located on the Syr Darya River at the mouth of the Fergana Valley. About 149,000 people live here. In addition, Khujand is the capital of Sughd. This is the northernmost region of Tajikistan. In the second half of the day, you are scheduled to visit the Palace of Culture, where the first president of Tajikistan was elected, and the Central Mosque, which is located in the center of the city. Overnight at the hotel.

In the morning, you will go to the old town of Istaravshan (100 km.). In ancient times, Istaravshan was a trade and handicraft center, as well as one of the ancient cities of Central Asia. Istaravshan is rightfully called a museum city. The history of the city begins in the II-VI centuries BC. In Persian literature, the city is referred to as Kurukuda, in Sogdian ancient records as Kurushkuda, while modern scholars identify it with Kiraspol or Cyrus Eshata, founded in the VI century BC by Cyrus the Great. You can visit Mugtepa, the fifteenth-century Kuk Gumbaz Mosque, and the local bazaar. You will experience the flavor of the oriental bazaar, visit the majestic fortresses and be surprised by the originality of the architecture of mosques and mausoleums. At the end of the tour, you will return to Khujand. Overnight at the hotel.

The name of the city of Penjekent translates as "five villages." It is located in the Khujand region of the Zeravshan River Valley in the Republic of Tajikistan. The city originated in the 5th–8th centuries A.D. from where the history of the five villages began. In ancient times, Penjekent was a center of culture and artisans. It was also known as the "Central Asian Pompeii". Only in the 20th century were the ruins of this ancient city discovered. At the moment, only the ruins of residential buildings and administrative buildings, a fortress with a palace, a house of artisans, and a temple of fire worshippers have been preserved. Overnight at the hotel.

Today you will have an excursion to the Fan Mountains. These neighborhoods are among the most popular tourist destinations in Central Asia. You will go to the south side of Penjikent to the Seven Lakes. The distance is approximately 60 km. You will have a chance to arrange a real hiking trip. Your path will pass through the gorge, where there are seven lakes. They differ in location and color. You will be able to get to know the locals and their way of life. The night will be spent in a rest house.

Today you can visit Lake Iskanderkul, which is located at an altitude of 2,255 m above sea level. It is located in the Fan Mountains. These places will amaze you with their extraordinary beauty. You can walk along the beach. Later, you will go to the waterfall. Tajikistan is rich in water resources. There are more than 1,000 rivers, 2,000 lakes and 8,000 glaciers on the territory of the country. Overnight at the guest house.

Today you can visit the village of Saratoga. The village is located 10 km from Iskandarkul Lake. You will be able to get acquainted with the local cultural and ethnic characteristics of the local people. At the end of the tour, you will return to Dushanbe. Your path will pass through the Anzob Pass and the Anzob Tunnel. On the way, you will be able to see the mountain passes. We will make a couple of stops to capture all the beauty in photos. Dushanbe is not only the capital of Tajikistan, but also its largest city. The name of the city means "Monday" in Tajik. In ancient times, there was a village on the site of the city that was popular for its market on Mondays. Thus, this area received such a name.

Today you will go to the fortress of Hisar (VII–XVII centuries), which is 35 km away from the city. There are fortified areas and a citadel on this historical site. The fortress served as the residence of the Emir of Bukhara. Its location was on a high hill, and the gun loopholes protected a 1-meter wall. Inside the fortress, there was a garden, and opposite, there was a lively market with a caravanserai and shops. At the moment, only the main gate with two towers has been preserved. The Madrasa-i Kuhna monument (new school of the 16th–17th centuries), the Makhdumi Azam mosque and mausoleum (16th century) have recently been restored. After the tour, you will return to Dushanbe and visit the Botanical Garden and Victory Square. This square offers a panoramic view of the city. Overnight at the hotel.

Today you can visit the Romit Gorge. The gorge is surrounded by Tajik mountains and mountain rivers. Today you have a hike planned, during which you will be able to see all the beauty of the localities. You will be able to learn a lot of interesting things about Tajik culture and ethnic characteristics. At the end of the hike, you will return to Dushanbe. In the afternoon, you will visit the Asian Bazaar, where you will feel the whole flavor of the Tajik bazaar. The bazaar is full of colorful goods, fruits, and vegetables. In addition, you can buy small souvenirs. Then you will visit the Botanical Garden and Victory Square. This square offers a panoramic view of the city. Overnight at the hotel.

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