The snow-capped summits and jagged peaks in the multiple mountain ranges of Tajikistan are crawling with thrilling climbs and exhilarating ascents. The landscape is notoriously rugged, so not only are you scaling 7,000-plus meter peaks, you are taking on terrain that is eclectic and fascinating. The country has glaciers, including the longest glacier outside of a polar region (Fedchenko Glacier), and grasslands, making for a wide variety of beauty in an untamed wilderness.
Country Code
+992
Currency
Somoni (TJS)
Language
Tajik; Russian
Best Time to Visit
July to September. The end of summer and beginning of autumn is the best time to climb in Tajikistan
How to Get There
The capital of Dushanbe has direct flights to Istanbul, Moscow, Almaty, and Dubai. Once inside Tajikistan, travel by bus or hired car is efficient, cheap, and the best way to get around
Weather
The continental climate of Tajikistan has subtropical and semi-arid features. The temperature varies with the elevation, and its many mountainous areas are known to be cold and have volatile weather. The highest levels of precipitation tend to occur in winter and spring
Tajikistan is defined by its mountains, with many sub-ranges in the Pamir Mountains stretching across its landscape. Because of this rugged terrain, mountain climbing and trekking have both become popular sports. The relatively low population encourages adventurers seeking an isolated experience to head to the breathtaking hills, valleys, and mountains of this elevated natural wonderland. The capital, Dushanbe, is located in the western part of the country. The Fergana Valley to the north and the Kofarnihon Valley, above which Dushanbe is located, are the only two major geographical areas within the entire country that sit below 3,000 meters. Migratory birds make frequent stops at the glacial lakes that dot the countryside, an added bonus for nature lovers embarking on a climbing journey
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