Author: Novastan 
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Postcards from Tajikistan
A classic scene in Tajikistan: at the end of a flower-lined avenue with immaculately trimmed borders, the portrait of President … [...]
The Alay Valley
In summer, the vibrant colours of the Alay Valley in southern Kyrgyzstan are home to a wide variety of bird species. The valley has been recognised as an… [...]
Top-level cycling
At an altitude of 3,650 metres, sport—even at a beginner’s level—requires stamina and training. Murghob, the highest town in Tajikistan. Credits: Simone Bergonzi (Italy, @simobergz)… [...]
The Kalon Mosque
Two young figures can be seen in the courtyard of the Kalon Mosque in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. This mosque, with its striking blue dome, was built in the early… [...]
City of the Dead
In Karakalpakstan, an autonomous republic of Uzbekistan, the graves of the Mizdakhan cemetery rise in the evening light. This archaeological necropolis complex adjoins… [...]
Queen of Hearts
Three card players are playing a game at the Karakol market in Kyrgyzstan. Intended for the sale of livestock, the Karakol market is held every Sunday from sunrise. [...]
A carefully kept interior
In Svetlaya Polyana, a small Kyrgyz village on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, nestled against the first mountain slopes, halfway between the great valleys… [...]
A watering hole in the heart of the valley
It is in the heart of Kyrgyzstan, in the province of Naryn, that this shepherd tends his flock. This mountainous landscape, dotted with sheep of every colour,… [...]
The open-air temple
A little further along the road, you will come across the Tamgaly-Tas petroglyphs. Situated on the banks of the Ili River, on the edge of Altyn-Emel… [...]
Birds and creatures
In Uzbekistan, the historic Timurid squares welcome back familiar silhouettes in the spring sky. Pushing their carts, to which a multitude of kites… [...]