Tajikistan
Fresh snow in the Pamirs
The cold weather over night covered the high mountains of the… [...]
Ismoil Somoni Statue
An unusal view to the Ismoil Somoni Statue at night. The monument is the landmark of Tajikistan’s capital Dushanbe and remembers the national hero… [...]
Waste logistics at the Bazaar
The constant hustle and bustle of the Panshanbe Bazaar in Khujand results in a lot of waste. Larger rubbish trucks cannot get through the narrow alleys, so disposal is organised… [...]
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On April 27 of this year, the Russian Minister of Defence announced the creation of a joint aerial defence system between Russia and Tajikistan. This decision is driven by the… [...]
Feeding Ground in the Mountain Village
The mountain village of Saritag in Tajikistan is located in the Sughd region, not far from Iskanderkul. Credit : Joachim Bohndorf (Germany) Find all… [...]
A cow in town
A cow grazing in a public park, near the Lenin Statue in Khujand, Tajikistan. Credit:Simon Massicotte… [...]
Effects of Sanctions on Russia strongly felt in Dushanbe
The effects of sanctions against Russia are being strongly felt in Tajikistan. The Central Asian post-Soviet republic’s economy has been stagnant for years and many had left to find work… [...]
Snake catcher on the overland road
On the A376 between Proletarsk and Khujand, in Tajikistan. Credit: Joachim BohndorfFind all of our photos of the day. [...]
China’s Military Expansion in Tajikistan
Several American media outlets have reported that China is building a second military base in Tajikistan. This development would further China’s presence in the country, making it more than merely… [...]
Central Asia and Russia: an ever-changing relationship
In a book focusing on Central Asia’s relationship to Russia, researcher Michaël Levystone provides a careful insight into ties whose nature keep on changing. As they perform a balancing act… [...]