Standard TimeTJT |
UTC+5 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Dushanbe |
Pengjikent time compared to Beijing time (China) |
3 hours ahead |
Pendjikent, Tajikistan: A Cultural Jewel of the Ancient Silk Road
Located in the northwest of Tajikistan, near the border with Uzbekistan, Panjakent is an important city in the Sogd province, situated in the Zeravshan valley, about 250 kilometers from the capital, Dushanbe. The city, which is about 900 meters above sea level and has a population of about 50,000, is known for its long history and rich cultural heritage.
A key node on the ancient Silk Road, Penjikent was once one of the centers of Cornish civilization, dating back to the 5th century BC. The site of Old Panjakent, which preserves castles, temples and wall paintings from the 5th-8th centuries, demonstrates the influence of Zoroastrianism and early Islamic culture, and is listed as a potential World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The modern city, on the other hand, is dominated by agriculture, fruit cultivation and tourism, and is surrounded by spectacular natural beauty for exploring the beginnings of the Pamir Plateau.
As Tajikistan's cultural capital, Pendjikent attracts historians and tourists alike, with its unique architecture, traditional handicrafts and annual festivals reflecting Central Asia's multicultural mix.
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Today is 2026-02-25
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07:08
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18:16
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