Entity: TAJIKISTAN
Tajikistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, known for its mountainous terrain and rich cultural heritage. It borders Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and China, with Dushanbe as its capital.
TAJIKISTAN
Etymology
The name 'Tajikistan' is derived from the Persian word 'Tajik', which refers to the Persian-speaking people of the region.
Definition
Tajikistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, bordered by Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and China. It is known for its mountainous terrain and rich cultural heritage.
Historical Context
Tajikistan was under Uzbek rule from the 15th century until it was taken over by Russia in the 1860s. It became an autonomous Soviet republic in 1929 and gained full independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.
Cultural Significance
Tajikistan is mainly mountainous and has a diverse cultural heritage influenced by Persian, Turkic, and Russian traditions. The official language is Tajik or Tajiki.
Related Concepts
Tajiks are a Persian-speaking ethnic group living mainly in Tajikistan, parts of Afghanistan, and China. Despite sharing the same name, Tajiks in Afghanistan and Tajikistan refer to different groups of people.
See Also
A mountainous republic in southeast central Asia, formerly an Asian Soviet.