Just 70 Km from Samarkand, and you have a chance to visit Penjikent, town in Tajikistan, where you may visit Ancient Penjikent - ruins of old Sogdian town founded in 5th century and abandoned in the 8th century by Arabs. Foundations of houses, a citadel with a couple of Zoroastrian fire temples and city bazaar are visible in the excavated ruins and Sarazm ruins - one of the ancient settlement in Central Asia with 5500 year civilization. In 2010 Sarazm was added to the list of Human heritage by UNESCO.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Tajikistan visa support letter
English speaking guide services in Tajikistan
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tajikistan E-visa: $60
Day Tour to Penjikent (Tajikistan) from Samarkand.
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Just 70 Km from Samarkand, and you have a chance to visit Penjikent, town in Tajikistan, where you may visit Ancient Penjikent - ruins of old Sogdian town founded in 5th century and abandoned in the 8th century by Arabs. Foundations of houses, a citadel with a couple of Zoroastrian fire temples and city bazaar are visible in the excavated ruins and Sarazm ruins - one of the ancient settlement in Central Asia with 5500 year civilization. In 2010 Sarazm was added to the list of Human heritage by UNESCO.
