Khujand
Khujand, the second biggest city of Tajikistan you should not miss to visit. The main city of Tajikistan in the ancient Silk Road route. The city is located in northernmost province of Tajikistan, Sughd. It has been enriched by the special architecture in its monuments. The last city was conquered by Alexandre the great. Besides, the great nature on the way from Dushanbe to Khujand, inside the city you can buy the colorful Tajik handcrafts with the best price. In the city the artificial crystal-clear blue lake by the name Bahre-Tajik by accumulating the water of Syr-Darya river with 80 km width has given an amazing advantage to attract the visitors and also to produce electricity. Panjshanbe Bazaar (Thursday Bazaar) that is located near Muslihiddin Khujandi Mosque and Mausoleum has made an atmosphere that you can easily touch the flow of life. You should also visit Arbob Cultural Palace that give you chance to see one of the most delicate and glorious Embroider work and also a panoramic view to the whole city!