Tajikistan (Republic of Tajikistan) is a country in the southern part of Central Asia. It borders Uzbekistan in the north and west, Kyrgyzstan in the north, China in the east and Afghanistan in the south. Tajikistan is one of the countries of the former republics of the Soviet Union, and became independent after the collapse of the USSR.
The capital of Tajikistan is the city of Dushanbe.
The form of government is a presidential republic. The president of the country is the head of state and government.
The climate is varied due to its mountainous terrain. In the high mountain regions of Tajikistan, such as the Pamir Range and the Gissar Range, the climate is cold and continental. Winters are long and cold, and summers are short and cool. The mountains receive a lot of snow and temperatures can drop below zero in winter. The low-lying areas in eastern Tajikistan, along the border with China, have a desert climate. Here summers are hot and dry, and winters are mild. In the central regions of the country, including the capital Dushanbe, the climate is more continental, with hot summers and cold winters. This zone has higher average temperatures compared to mountains and deserts.
Population 10,078,507 people (2022).
The official language of Tajikistan is the Tajik language, which belongs to the Persian language group. The country also has a large Russian population, and the Russian language is often used in business and educational areas. The local population may also speak different dialects of Tajik and other local languages, depending on the region.
Tajikistan's economy is heavily dependent on several major sectors. Firstly, this is agriculture. Many people in the country are employed in this industry. Major crops include cotton, fruits, vegetables and grains. Hydropower, the production of electricity from water resources, is an important industry. Also, a significant part of the Tajik diaspora works abroad and sends money to their home country in the form of remittances. This money plays an important role in the economy of Tajikistan.
Tourism here is not very developed, but there is a lot to see in the country. Tajikistan is a country with rich cultural and natural beauty. The Pamir Range, with its unique nature. Sarazm - the archaeological site in Sarazm was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and is considered one of the oldest settlements in Central Asia. You can also visit the city of Hisor, the Ganji Pomir plateau, Lake Sarez and Iskanderkul. And this is only a small part of the attractions of Tajikistan.
The standard of living in Tajikistan is lower than in some other countries. The country has low income and high unemployment. The quality of medical care in some areas is insufficient.
The level of education is also on average lower than in other countries. The country is actively working to improve the education system, but there are problems associated with its accessibility and quality.
Security levels in Tajikistan are generally stable. The country is quite safe for tourists.
Citizenship of Tajikistan can be obtained through the naturalization process or by marriage to a citizen of this country.
