Tajikistan is a small country cradled in between the Pamir mountain and the Aral sea in the Central Asian region. It is one of the last countries to separate itself from the former Soviet Union, becoming an independent nation as late as in 1992. The separation of
Tajikistan was brought about amidst great amount of bloodshed and violence.
Dushanbe is the capital of Tajikistan.
Travel to Tajikistan
The picturesque mountain and the great climate has made
Tajikistan tourism extremely popular in the recent times. Tajikistan embassy provides the facilities for visa both around the globe and in the airport of
Dushanbe Tajikistan. Tajikistan hotels promise a great stay for the visitors. Tajikistan flights ensure convenient access to this country.
Tajikistan History and People
Tajikistan history goes back to the pre-Christian era, but it shot into prominence in the years following the world war. In the times of the Russian revolution, Tajikistan was one of the strongest outposts to fend against the communist insurgence. Tajikistan population is comprised mainly of the Tajik and the Russian population, with a small amount of Persians and other ethnicities. Sunni Islam is the religion followed by most of the people.
Tajikistan Government and Economy
The
government of Tajikistan follows a parliamentary-ministerial system with the spearhead at the helm of the executive, legislative and the judicial affairs. Mr. Emmoli Rahmon (Emmoli Rahmonov) is the present president of Tajikistan. With its capital at the old city of Dushanbe, Tajikistan is a major cotton producing country. Textile is the major product while industrial products makes up for most of the rest of the country's financial base. The mountains behind the capital city are rich in Uranium content.
Tajikistan Culture
The paintings and the carvings of Tajikistan are noted worldwide for their high aesthetic values. Tajikistan music is a wonderful mix of classical and folk musical forms. Tajikistan also has a great literary tradition.
For more information of
Tajikistan, click on the following links:
- Dushanbe Tajikistan
- Tajikistan Map
- Tajikistan Flag
- Tajikistan Country Code
