Wakhan Valley

A substantial portion of the Wakhan Valley is located in northern Afghanistan, but some of it extends into Tajikistan. Tajikistan's Wakhan Valley was a site of colonial rivalry between Tsarist Russia and Britain during the Great Game (1830-1895), but it is now a calm region.

Visit the ruins of the 12th-century Yamchun fortification and take a bath in Bibi Fatima's hot springs. The water is deemed to be exceptional by the natives and to increase female fertility. After several days on the road, the hot spring facility erected against the stalactite walls of the cliff cave is an uncommon and wonderful experience. The Wakhan has some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country, no matter where you travel.

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Enjoy looking at the beautiful villages on the Afghan side of the river and photographing the Hindu Kush Mountains. The valley's other features include historic ruins, a hot spring, and the scenic Dasht and Langar villages.

Location: Wakhan Valley, Tajikistan