Modern reconstruction of gate of citadel of Mugh Tappa, Istaravshan, Tajikistan.

Welcome to the land that taste forgot

The five Stans of Central Asia are now opening the front door to reveal a new galaxy of wonders for the connoisseur of exotic and unusual experiences.

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Remote beauty ... camel dealers at Tolkuchka Bazaar.

A tale of two 'Stans

Helen Anderson finds the bizarre and beautiful on a road trip through Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.

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