Samarkand Bus Station
20 Ekim 2019, Özbekistan ⋅ ☀️ 73 °F
The journey begins here in a minibus to Tajikstan border. About an hour long ride for about a $1.
Uzbekistan and Tajikstan Border
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ☀️ 72 °F
A very easy and friendly border crossing. Both Uzbekistan and Tajikstan officials were very accommodating. Tajikstan officials even called me to the front of the line.
The Taxi Ride
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
A $4 (Tourist Price) fare from the border into town. A slow 40kph most of the way because of local speed traps along the highway.
Park Rudaki
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
Local amusement park and bazaar next door.
Waiting For...
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F
Bus No.5... About a 15-25 cents fare.
Tukhsankorez Channel
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F
Part of the city's unique water system that in some area has water flowing on both sides of the street via open canals.
Afternoon Hike...
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
In search of Ancient Panjikent.
City View
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
This area and most of Tajikstan is known for it's rugged mountains popular for hiking and climbing.
The Streets of Panjikent
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
The beginning of fall colors on streets lined with canals of running water.
A Local Hero
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
But who? Unfortunately, I don't read or speak Tajikstan.
Street Soccer
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
Who says you need to have a field to have fun?
Mosque Olim Dodkho
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
A Panjikent landmark.
Town Market
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
Shop here for all the local goods you need but shop early it closes at 6pm.
Main Street Sunset
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
The sun says an amazing goodbye to Panjikent.
Mosque Olim Dodho Sunset
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Such a beautiful combination.
Panjikent Delights
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Why have just one?
I Want A Hat...
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Like this guy. 🙄
Ok Everybody...
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Let's take a swing 😁
Golden Chicken
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 61 °F
Not only is it Golden.. it's Brooklyn Golden Chicken. Fanta Orange and wings served with a tartar type sauce, $2.. 😊
One Million Dollars...
20 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ☁️ 50 °F
I'm Rick James... B!... At least in Uzbekistan 😊
Morning Stroll
21 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ⛅ 46 °F
A bit cold but worth it to see the city coming to life. From ladies sweeping the streets to listening to running waters while enjoying more Tajikstan fall colors.
Fall Colors
21 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ☀️ 46 °F
Along Turhsankorez channel.
Kids Walking To School
21 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ☀️ 46 °F
Dressed as if they were going to a business meeting more than to school. Girls in proper dresses while boys wore blue shirts with white shirts, ties and shiny black shoes.
Ancient Panjikent
21 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ☀️ 48 °F
Faded diagrams that show the layout of the city that was once here. This location is opposite the Archaeology Museum which does not open until 8am
Excavated Ruins
21 Ekim 2019, Tacikistan ⋅ ☀️ 48 °F
They're not well kept and/or maintained but still cool to walk around especially during the early morning hours.




























































