Khujand, one of the oldest cities in Central Asia, carefully preserves its history, leaving us traces of time that stretch back centuries. Some sources suggest that the foundation of the city dates back to the 7th-6th centuries BCE.

Alexander the Great, after conquering Khujand, rebuilt and fortified it, giving the city the name Alexandria Eschate, meaning “The Furthest.” This strategically wise location connected Samarkand and the Fergana Valley, giving it immense transportation significance. Over time, the city changed hands, was conquered by the Arabs in the 8th century, and even resisted the army of Genghis Khan in the 13th century but was ultimately destroyed.

Nevertheless, Khujand rose from the ruins and became one of the most important trade, cultural, and scientific centers of Central Asia. Today, it continues to serve as an industrial, scientific, and cultural pillar of northern Tajikistan. You can visit this historically rich city and explore its rich heritage with the DWC Tour Company.

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