Navruz Holiday, 8-Day
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About the Activity
The Navruz Holiday is one of the greatest national holidays of Persian nations, including Tajiks. The Holiday takes place in the day of vernal equinox according to Solar calendar, which was composed by Iranian nations seven millenniums ago, long before the origin of Islam According to this calendar, the year started on 20-21 March, in the day of vernal equinox, when the nature revived, and the spring finally started. Navruz is the most ancient New Year holiday on Earth, and its history amounts to 3-4 millenniums. During Navruz days Tajiks arranged various games: wrestling, poiga – horses race, buzkashi - fight on houses for taking the goat carcass, the fights of animals - hurusjang -cockfight, budanajang-quail, fight, sagchangak - dogs fight and other games. In Ishkashim and Vahan young men played polo, in the plains they organized running in sacks. In February 2010 the 64 session of UN General Assembly declared 21 March as "International day of Navruz".8 days
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Food and drink : Lunch. x 8
Food and drink : Dinner. x 8
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drink : Breakfast. x 7
Guide
Hotel 3* and 4*
Food and drink : Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages
Use of equipment : Bicycle use. Use of bicycle
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Statue of Ismoil Somoni
Maydani Azadi (Freedom Square), , Dushanbe, Tajikistan, 734000Admire a landmark of the capital city-Dushanbe at Statue of Ismoil Somoni, an impressive bronze statue of the national 10th century hero. The statues stands on a huge red marble stairway pedestal flanked by two cross-legged lions. Standing in front of a monumental arch topped by a large gilt crown, Isma’il ibn Ahmed--founder of the Samanid dynasty who renounced Zoroastrianism, embraced Islam, and even gave name to national currency--holds a gold-leafed coat of arms of the country. Erected in 1999, this 25 m (82 ft) tall monument honors the 1,100 anniversary of the Samanid Empire. Climb the pedestal to get a nice view behind the monument.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
National Library of Tajikistan
Rudaki 36, Just west of the Somoni statue on Rudaki, Dushanbe, Tajikistan, 734000The National Library of Tajikistan is the main national book depository of Tajikistan, which is a particularly valuable object of cultural heritage of the peoples of the Republic of Tajikistan.The National Library is a state cultural institution, a national repository of the heritage of science and culture, an archive of the national periodical press, a scientific and research information and cultural center of national significance, with its functions it complies with the main UNESCO requirements for libraries of this type.
The library has 25 reading rooms, which have 274 workstations for readers, 3 exhibition halls: for displaying ancient manuscripts and rare books; galleries for the exhibition of books on branches of science and knowledge; exhibition hall of new literature; For mass events, conferences and symposia, the library has 9 rooms (for 1100 seats).2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Flagpole with the Flag of Tajikistan
Somoni street, Dushanbe, Tajikistan, 734000The Dushanbe Flagpole (Tajik: Боғи парчами Тоҷикистон, romanized: Boghi parchami Tojikiston) is a free–standing flagpole located in front of the Palace of Nations in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. At 165 metres (541 feet), it was the tallest flagpole in the world from its completion in 2011 until the 2014 erection of the 171 m (561 ft) Jeddah Flagpole. It is now the third tallest flagpole in the world. It flies a 30 m × 60 m (98 ft × 197 ft) Flag of Tajikistan weighing 700 kilograms (1,540 pounds)1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location4
Palace of the Nation
Sherozi ave 11, Dushanbe, Tajikistan, 734000The Palace of the Nation (Tajik: Қасри Миллат, romanized: Qasri Millat; Russian: Дворец Нации) is the official residence of the President of Tajikistan. It is located on Shirinshoh Shohtemur Street in central Dushanbe. The Presidential Palace is surrounded by Dushanbe Flagpole to the north, Rudaki Park to the east, Independence Monument to the south and Varzob River to the west.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location5
Dushanbe
Dushanbe, TajikistanThe National Park Navruzgoh build in 10 km square in the center of the Dushanbe in close of Dushanbe river.
In Navruzgoh every year conducting more culture actions including Navruz festival with more cultural programs. This park every year involves thousands tourist for participating in the Navruz celebration.
If the visit days coincidences to the last decade of March we will spend hall day in this object with participating in the Navruz festival.3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationAccommodation
- Hotel with 3 and 4 star class. Grand Hotel Asia-4*, Atlas-4* and others
Meals
- Lunch
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We should have information about the correct times of departure or the stay places of tourist
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Russian
- English
- Farsi
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Dushanbe time to receive 100% refund.
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