National Library of Tajikistan, Dushanbe
The National Library of Tajikistan is the primary library of the country, dedicated to preserving the cultural heritage of the Republic of Tajikistan. Originally established in 1933 and named after the Persian author Ferdowsi, the library underwent significant changes in 2012 with the opening of a new nine-story building and its renaming to the National Library of Tajikistan. This modern facility includes 15 reading halls and over 20 departments.
Access to the library is free for any Tajik citizen with a passport. The library's main focus is on works of national significance by Tajik people and internationally renowned works by Tajik authors. It also houses a digital collection known as the "Tajikistan National Electric Library," which is freely accessible to citizens within Tajikistan.
Access to the library is free for any Tajik citizen with a passport. The library's main focus is on works of national significance by Tajik people and internationally renowned works by Tajik authors. It also houses a digital collection known as the "Tajikistan National Electric Library," which is freely accessible to citizens within Tajikistan.
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Sight Name: National Library of Tajikistan
Sight Location: Dushanbe, Tajikistan (See walking tours in Dushanbe)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Dushanbe, Tajikistan (See walking tours in Dushanbe)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Dushanbe, Tajikistan
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Dushanbe Introduction Walking Tour I
Relatively small in size, the city of Dushanbe, capital of Tajikistan, sits on the banks of the Varzob River and contains a number of notable sights, significant in terms of national history and culture. The most prominent local landmarks include Rudaki Park, bearing the name of the Tajik poetry classic; the Ismoili Somoni statue and gilded arch; the National Museum of Tajikistan; and more. To... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.6 Km or 4.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.6 Km or 4.1 Miles
Dushanbe Introduction Walking Tour II
Relatively small in size, the city of Dushanbe, capital of Tajikistan, sits on the banks of the Varzob River and contains a number of notable sights, significant in terms of national history and culture. Among the local landmarks featured here are the Presidential Palace, Haji Yakoub Mosque, Komsomolskoe Lake, and more. To explore these and other attractions of Dushanbe in more detail, follow this... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.4 Km or 2.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.4 Km or 2.7 Miles