The Amateur Traveler talks to Michael Soncina again about his trip to Tajikistan in Central Asia.
Tajikistan is smack dab between Pakistan, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. Unlike the other countries Tajikistan is mostly mountainous. A lot of its influences, history and culture is influenced by Persia while its neighbors have more Mongolian or nomadic influences. So that makes the experiences, people and culture unique to the region. It is a former part of the Solviet Union so if you can speak Russian and Farsi you will get around very well.
Michael’s trip to Tajikistan was “very much by accident”. “I had planned to be in Kyrgyzstan for two months with an internship for a sustainable tour group. I thought to myself, I am in central asia. I am already in a part of the world where nobody goes or has explored very thoroughly. I met some Israeli tourists who said ‘we are all going to Tajikistan so why don’t you come with us’. I got a visa and I went.”
Michael discovered a wonderful people, even if the border guards tend to… collect things, a rugged countryside, and adventures.
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I am the host of the Amateur Traveler. The Amateur Traveler is an online travel show that focuses primarily on travel destinations and what are the best places to travel to. It includes both a weekly audio podcast, a video podcast, and a blog.4 Responses to “Travel to Tajikistan – Episode 342”
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Michael Soncina
Says:September 30th, 2012 at 10:19 am
If you liked my interview please consider liking me on Facebook and check out my other social media Chanel’s!!!! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sonchys-Adventure/142927235853747
Jason From Suitcase.me
Says:October 30th, 2012 at 7:21 pm
Interesting interview, I’ve always wondered what places that were out there that I’ve never really thought about traveling to. This is definitely one of them. Maybe I’ll put this on my radar for traveling down the line. Nice interview and thanks for sharing.
Michael Soncina
Says:November 6th, 2012 at 2:10 pm
Hi Jason,
Glad to inspire. Tajikistan is magical! Add it to your list and be enchanted. I would couple it with a trip to Kyrgyzstan! So much adventure
Rajibyadev09
Says:December 16th, 2012 at 8:22 am
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