Dushanbe City Tour & Hissar Fortress
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About This Tour in Dushanbe
Why Visit Dushanbe?
Dushanbe, Tajikistan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Dushanbe provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Dushanbe
You can reach Dushanbe, Tajikistan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 10 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Our city tour will start with a visit... 3 hours
Our city tour will start with a visit to Hissor Fortress, one of the main historical sights of the country, about half an hour's drive from the city. The fortress was built about 3000 years ago, during the heyday, when the routes of the Great Silk Road passed near Hissar. The Hissar Fortress is one of the oldest and largest architectural monuments of Central Asia. Now it is an open-air museum with an area of 86 hectares, located on the site of an ancient settlement. It is located 30 km from the capital of Tajikistan. For a long time, the Hissar fortress served as the residence of the governor of the Emir of Bukhara. To date, only two cylindrical towers and structures around the main gate, forming a pointed arch, and built on the instructions of the emir of Bukhara in the XVI century.
The Museum is proud to own artifacts of... 50 minutes
The Museum is proud to own artifacts of the Eneolithic and Bronze Age from the agricultural settlement of Sarazm, a site included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. The finds dating from the Hellenistic period coming from the Oxus Temple excavated at the site of Takht-i Sangin on the banks of the Amu Darya River are unique. The highlight of the Museum is the "Buddha in Nirvana", an almost 13-meter statue made of clay, which is today one of the largest ancient monuments of Buddhism in the world.
After visiting the Mehrgon Bazar 40 minutes
After visiting the Mehrgon Bazar. Mehrgon is a new and modern food market in Dushanbe — the capital of Tajikistan put into operation in September 2014. The total market area is approximately 30 thousand square meters.
Continue to Dusti Square located in the center... 1 hour 30 minutes
Continue to Dusti Square located in the center of Dushanbe is the heart of the capital and entire Tajikistan. Its name is translated as “Friendship Square”. However, locals call this place “Monument of Ismail Somoni” or “Park Somoni” as there is a monument to the founder of the Tajik state Ismail Somoni. The towering 13 m high Ismail Somoni Monument is the signature attraction of the Dusti square. A beautiful arch (over 43 m) is mounting the monument.
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What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
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