This new thoroughly updated third edition of Bradts Tajikistan is the most practical guide
dedicated exclusively to this breathtaking country central Asias smallest but home to the
biggest tea house in the world! Bradts Tajikistan caters for all interests whether youre a
nature lover explorer just want to soak up the stunning surroundings or a wildlife
enthusiast in search of eagles elusive snow leopard or extraordinary Marco Polo sheep. Locals
call Tajikistan Bam-i-Dunya the Roof of the World and travelling the Pamir Highway you can
understand why. With first-hand descriptions of everything from Sogdian ruins to playing the
traditional sport of buz kashi trekking on the Murghab Plateau and eating shashlik in garden
tea houses the authors bring the country alive. This latest edition covers all the most recent
developments notably the significant increase in hotels restaurants guesthouses and
homestays along with improvements to travel and transport all following the governments
investment in tourism. New attractions are also featured including the new cable car in
Khujand over the Sirdarya river and new trekking destinations festivals and exhibitions. There
are also details of which sites require additional permits and permissions and how much they
cost and where border crossings have been closed or have become more accessible.Mountains
crystal clear lakes (including Lake Sarez) wildlife and epic trekking routes are all here as
well as ancient Buddhist sites Silk Road trading posts medieval shrines and planned Soviet
cities. The modern population continues to draw upon its diverse heritage from Persia China
Afghanistan and Russia creating a complex and intriguing culture. Bradts Tajikistan covers
every corner of the country from the Wakhan Corridor to the Fann Mountains and Garm Chashma
springs Dushanbe to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Sarazm and Tajik National Park making
this comprehensive guide an ideal companion for a perfect trip whether travelling independently
or on an organised tour.