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Tour from Samarkand to spend a little more time at the natural and cultural sights of this corner of Tajikistan. Spend a day in Pendjikent, an ancient city well known for its ruins and for being the birthplace of Rudaki, a famous poet. Take the second day to explore the Seven Lakes. The Seven Lakes, just a little further out, are nestled among the Fann Mountains. Each lake has its own unique color and picturesque aura. Enjoy a picnic next to one of the lakes. For a trip that covers both the cultural and natural sights of Tajikistan, look no further than this best tour to Pendjikent and the Seven Lakes from Samarkand. read more read less

The Kulikalon and Alauddin lakes area in Tajikistan is a mountaineer’s dream. With extraordinary snow-capped glaciers, twisty mountain roads, gorgeous alpine lakes, and dense juniper forests, there is plenty of opportunity for hiking and trekking in the Fann Mountains. In fact, these lakes are some of the most accessible in the country and well worth a trek whether you are an experienced hiker or not. The blue glacial lakes of Tajikistan are the main reasons why trekkers and mountainclimbers visit the lesser-known region of the Fann Mountains. The hundred-plus snowcapped peaks of the Fann are the third-highest on Earth and their dramatic landscape dotted with lakes of all shapes and sizes are well worth exploring. read more read less