Tajikistan - Wikipedia
WebCoordinates: 39°N 71°E. Tajikistan, [a] officially the Republic of Tajikistan, [b] is a landlocked country in Central Asia. Dushanbe is the capital and most populous city. Tajikistan is bordered by Afghanistan to the south, Uzbekistan to the west, Kyrgyzstan to the north, and China to the east.
Tajikistan | People, Religion, History, & Facts | Britannica
WebApr 21, 2024 · Tadzhikistan. Head Of Government: Prime Minister: Kokhir Rasulzoda. Capital: Dushanbe. Population: (2024 est.) 10,273,000. Head Of State: President: Emomali Rahmon. Form Of Government: republic with two legislative houses (National Assembly [34 1 ]; Assembly of Representatives [63])
History of Tajikistan - Wikipedia
WebHistory of Tajikistan. Early history. Medieval history. Early modern history. Russian vassal. Soviet rule. Since independence. Timeline.
Tajikistan - World Factbook Glyph
Web4 days ago · Tajikistan. Central Asia. Page last updated: April 24, 2024. Photos of Tajikistan. view 2 photos. Introduction. Background. The Tajik people came under Russian imperial rule in the 1860s and 1870s, but Russia's hold on Central Asia weakened following the Revolution of 1917.
Tajikistan Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WebFeb 24, 2021 · Key Facts. Flag. Tajikistan, a landlocked Central Asian country occupies an area of 143,100 sq. km. It is the region's smallest nation. As observed on the physical map of Tajikistan above, almost the entire country (around 93%) is mountainous. In fact, more than half of the country is higher than 3,000 m, (9,842 ft.) in elevation.
Tajikistan country profile - BBC News
WebMar 24, 2023 · Capital: Dushanbe. Area: 142,600 sq km. Population: 9.1 million. Languages: Tajik, Russian, Uzbek, Kyrgyz, Turkmen and others. Life expectancy: 69 years (men) 73 years (women) LEADER. President:...
Tajikistan - The World Factbook
WebDec 23, 2021 · Tajikistan. Central Asia. Page last updated: December 23, 2021. Photos of Tajikistan. View 2 Photos. View Details. View Larger. One Page Summary. Travel Facts. View Larger. Introduction. Background. The Tajik people came under Russian imperial rule in the 1860s and 1870s, but Russia's hold on Central Asia weakened following the …
Tajikistan - The World Factbook
WebTajikistan became independent in 1991 following the breakup of the Soviet Union. Geography. Area. total: 144,100 sq km. land: 141,510 sq km. water: 2,590 sq km. Climate. mid-latitude continental, hot summers, mild winters; semiarid to polar in Pamir Mountains. Natural resources.
Tajikistan summary | Britannica
WebTajikistan , officially Republic of Tajikistan, Country, Central Asia. Area: 54,595 sq mi (141,400 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 10,273,000. Capital: Dushanbe. The majority of the population are Tajiks; Uzbeks make up a large minority. Languages: Tajik (official), Russian. Religion: Islam (predominantly Sunni). Currency: somoni.
Tajikistan profile - Overview - BBC News
WebSep 1, 2015 · A rugged, mountainous country, with lush valleys to the south and north, it is Central Asia's poorest nation. Tajiks are the country's largest ethnic group, with Uzbeks making up a quarter of the...
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