Location: Khujand
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Khujand (Tajik: Хуҷанд, Xujand / Xuçand, Uzbek: Xo‘jand/Хўжанд, Persian: خجند, translit. Xojand), formerly known as Leninabad (Tajik: Ленинобод, Leninobod/Leninoвod,Persian: لنینآباد, translit. Leninâbâd) in 1936-1991, is the second-largest city of Tajikistan and the capital of the northernmost province of Tajikistan, now called Sughd. Khujand is one of the oldest cities in Central Asia, dating back about 2,500 years. It is situated on the Syr Darya at the mouth of the Fergana Valley and was a major city along the ancient Silk Road, mainly inhabited by ethnic Tajiks. It is proximate to both the Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan borders.
Restaurants in Khujand
1. Panjshanbe Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
This traditional bazaar sells products of all manner of things and is interesting to walk through. Do not miss the opportunity to walk around the outside of the first floor for a great overview of the whole bazaar.
2. Kamal Khujandi Statue
3. Park Kamal Khudzhandi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
The fountains, statues and greenery of this well maintained, clean riverfront park make it lovely for a stroll. Don't miss the ceiling wood carvings on the pavilions, they are exquisite.
