Khujand
Tajikistan
- Safety rating
- 7.2/10
- Best time to visit
- Spring and autumn are ideal, while summers in the valley can be very hot.
- Population
- 0.2M
Overview
Khujand, Tajikistan's second city in the fertile Fergana Valley, is an ancient settlement founded over 2,500 years ago. Its lively Panjshanbe Bazaar and riverside setting on the Syr Darya make it a vibrant northern hub.
Top attractions
Explore the colorful Panjshanbe Bazaar, the Khujand Fortress and museum, and the Sheikh Massal mosque complex.
Getting around
Marshrutkas and taxis serve the city, and the bazaar and riverside areas are walkable.