This country keeps surprising me! The mountains of Tajikistan 🇹🇯

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Join me as I travel towards Uzbekistan's border through the Fann mountains of Tajikistan. Solo travel can still be nerve-racking for me, especially negotiating with taxi drivers! I also meet lovely locals to show me around the border town of Panjakent.
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ABOUT ME:
In 2013, I started my solo travel journey, leaving Indonesia in 2016 to become a full-time traveller and KZbin creator. My background in International Relations has fueled a profound interest in exploring different countries. My content focuses on exploring different cultures through the lens of a solo female traveller, aiming to capture real-life interactions and experiences.
My travels kicked off with a five-month trip across Asia, after which I moved to China in January 2017 to work as an English teacher-my first time living abroad. I left China in 2018 to fully commit to creating videos on KZbin, where I share my travels and the cultures I encounter.
Living nomadically since 2016, I settled in England in early 2022 after marrying my British husband, David. Now based in the UK, I continue to travel and share my adventures on KZbin.
#solofemale #centralasia #tajikistan #dushanbe #solotravel #silkroad #roadtrip #femaletraveller

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you to my Patreon family for making this video possible without sponsors. For early video access, behind the scenes content & more, take a look here: www.patreon.com/syifaadriana This video isn't sponsored, so without my community I wouldn't be able to afford making videos like this. If you're enjoying my content, consider checking out my Patreon page and joining the community! Thank you all for watching ♥

[@----ShyamSakha-----]

My heartfelt thanks to Mustafa and the two other wonderful individuals. Your kindness means the world to us, and Syifa, you always make us proud.

[@shahrommusaev929]

glad to hear, we are waiting for you in Penjikent too 😄

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, that's such a kind comment! Indeed Mustafa, Shah and Ahmad were so lovely and kind!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you Shah for everything!@@shahrommusaev929

[@MadiNavruz-vp8gv]

​@@SyifaAdrianaЕсли тебя раздражает тогда сиди дома.

[@Wonderful_World007]

Tajikistan is our (Kyrgyzstan's) neighbouring country-Love from UK. I am originally from Kyrgyzstan and my parents live with Tajik people in a small village

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much! How exciting. My next video will be from Kyrgyzstan :-)

[@Mitra.10]

Tajikistan is a very beautiful country. Good people.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Indeed they are!

[@houseoftyrell1544]

Tajikistan people are so kind, thanks to Mustafa, Syah and Ahmad for helping Syifa ❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

They are indeed :-D Thanks for watching

[@peterleo16]

You are a very daring and courages solo lady traveller. And your instinct and awareness in keeping yourself safe is fantastic especially as a single attractive solo lady traveller. Keep safe and more travel videos for us to watch.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you Peter! That's very kind of you to say. I thank the people who helped me out and making this journey possible 😀

[@danubebleu.9430]

Tajikistan, lovely country Greetings from France ❤️

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@roamingwithallan]

Loved the Tajikistan video so much to see and very engaging and informative B safe

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching, Allan! So glad to hear this

[@QasimQadriuser-nr8qj2mz8d]

This country is beautiful

[@SyifaAdriana]

Indeed it is!

[@muhammadashraf8623]

Hi Adriana really amazing and beautiful landscape of Tajikistan thanxs for showing us incredible views ❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@FabGreg]

For your information, you have been eating in a "chaikhaneh / chaikhona", literally house (khaneh) for tea (chai) in Persian language (as in Tadjik / Dari language). in Central Asia, this apply to restaurant. There you ate "kurtob" / qurutob, made from qurut (the dried balls of salty cheese) mixed with water (ob / ab in Persian language). Kurtob dedicated restaurants are Kurutkhona.

[@hadronoftheseus8829]

I was curious to hear about the food and I'm glad you commented. According to a quick google search I jut did, Qurutob is apparently Tajikistan's national dish. It looks quite good.

[@nodirbekazamov9811]

Курутоб национальная еда не только Таджикистана ,она национальная еда всей Средней Азии. И курутоб готовят в других странах Средней Азии на свой лад.

[@FabGreg]

In Penjikent, the Rudaki Museum deserves the visit, as the Olim Dodkho complex (opposite to the bazar). In addition, archaeology enthusiasts would be interested by Old Penjikent and by Sarazm (on the way to the border). South of Penjikent, lot of opportunities for trekking in the Fan Mountains.

[@shngain100]

Wow I must say Tajik food looks different and very delicious. Lovely vlog as always with entertainment and useful information Syifa

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks for watching!

[@AzamInMotion]

You're so courageous to travel alone in such high altitudes

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you Azam! I thank the people who helped me out and making this journey possible :-D

[@FabGreg]

Next time, you hopefully will have more time available for discoveries. For instance, on your way from Dushanbe, you have been close to Iskander Kul (25km from Sarvoda), where Alexander the Great is supposed to have been. Quite nice landscape with some possible walks in the area.

[@marinbancos]

How much diversity there is in the world, very nice video from this incredibly beautiful country. Like every country we visit with you, People, the view, the culture, the customs. It's great to see you enjoying interacting with the locals and seeing and trying traditional local products. Thanks Syifa for sharing, Have a nice weekend✨

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you, Marin! So glad to hear this

[@FabGreg]

At 12', you stopped at Obi Togmat / Оби Тогмат. This spot is famed for the purity of its water and legends have sprung up about its powers. There, you tested ayran / Айрон (called doogh in Iran), made from yogurt and the local water.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot Greg for this explanation. How exciting to read more of this :) Thanks for watching

[@FabGreg]

​@@SyifaAdrianaresulting from my own experience as a traveller coming from Istvarshan by shared taxi in August 2018.

[@fgg215]

We call ayran doogh to in the north Tajikistan.

[@hadronoftheseus8829]

This made me nervous, but Mustafa at least seems like a decent guy.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you! It was nerve-wracking going through it but I think it's always rewarding experience at the end :)

[@hadronoftheseus8829]

@@SyifaAdriana This may sound odd coming from a stranger on the internet, but I was actually kind of worried for you when I noticed the other day that you hadn't uploaded anything in a while. Glad you're well. :)

[@stephenfrench4417]

What a lovely journey. Just shows how the world is a diverse and interesting place mostly filled by genuine friendly people who just wish to get along. Thanks for making my Saturday afternoon more enjoyable..... oops and a bit lazy should really be doing the chores. Anyhow as always be safe and well and enjoy your time together with Dave

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks Stephen! Haha doing the chores require strong motivation, so I can understand. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@birodhpandey1625]

I have followed your journeys with delight, and you bring light to the culture of each country visited. Good on you.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much for your comment and watching!

[@sicilian13]

Good one 2 guys were really helpful and great video came out of wonderful border town. Solo travelers like us get lot of information and helps us in negotiation of price for shopping and traveling.

[@theoadelaidabondocabe7261]

Thanks you so much for this new remarkable video about Tajikistan to shows these amazing places around the country in October of 2023❤❤❤

[@michaeljohn3738]

Thank you Syifa for the wonderful narration on your travel thru Central Asia. A very good insight about the countries you are travelling to.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Michael for watching!

[@michaeljohn3738]

@@SyifaAdriana you are welcome. It's such a joy watching you on your travels. Though I have to admit you are indeed a brave girl travelling alone. Stay safe and Take Care

[@SyifaAdriana]

That's very kind, Michael! I sarted traveling alone in 2013 and have greatly enjoyed it. I got married to my British husband last year as weve been together for 5 years. I have found another joy in traveling with him and sharing similar experiences. We are learning more about each other's dynamic when travel filming and hopefully our future travel videos will still come across as joyful as the other ones :-)@@michaeljohn3738

[@elanretinam2475]

With your wonderful video and narration, you made me travel with you. Thank you and do take care. From: Malaysia

[@javlontuymanov5038]

Wow great report. Thank you

[@Augustbudyanto]

Making new friends while traveling is something that I loved the most, see you on the next your new episode Syifa. GBU

[@SyifaAdriana]

Indeed, that's the best part of traveling. Thanks for watching!

[@NatLife]

An excellent report about fantastic people and an amazing landscape. Thanks. Gets on the travel list.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Nat! So glad to hear this :)

[@artechgiants]

Awesome video 😎 👍

[@awgiderisawangdaud4336]

Thanks for the this lovely video. I am always looking forward to your videos. Keep making and sharing wonderful videos and stay safe. Love from Malaysia ❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching! I appreciate it

[@zambianyoutuberx]

I love this Video! Good Work!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@theoadelaidabondocabe7261]

Congratulations to you for this new remarkable video to shows the remarkable streets in Tajikistan this week October of 2023❤❤❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@gregrodrigues5453]

Hey Syifa lovely video❤❤

[@plstande]

I have seen some of your videos. Very good. We went to Kirgisistan, Kasakhstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan in april 2024. We were amazed by the hospitality and friendly people! In Tajikistan we went to Kuhjand. Just amazing experiences! Border control took some time, but went very smooth. - I saw your videos before our trip and now afterwards! Appreciate them very much. Thank a lot. Best regards Per from Norway.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Ah, Per thank you so much for your comment and for letting me know. That’s so amazing that you experience such a great array of hospitality in Central Asia. Thank you for your comment again, it makes me so proud of the work that I do ☺️

[@waelfaraj6705]

Greetings from Lebanon to the world...

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching! I hope to visit Lebanon some time in the future.

[@dizheller2101]

Hi Syifa, wow, that was interesting to watch! It's great, you had Shah and Ahmad to show you - and us - around town and the bazaar! Interesting to hear that most people in Panjakent are Uzbeks. The view at the end, of Registan Square and a couple of mosques in Samarkand, gave me goose bumps and brought my time there back! I shot over 3500 photos in Tashkent and Samarqand, with my company's digital SLR camera - I went a bit crazy with the camera and others joked that the camera had to be 'surgically removed from my hand'. 😂 Looking forward to see your adventures in Samarqand and Bukhara!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot, Diz! Hahaha what a funny story with 3500 photos. I am so thankful for these kind people and indeed I didnt know it either regarding local knowlegde Ahmad shared with us. Truly grateful for the experience :)

[@rusmoscow1971]

Молодцы парни - помогли Адриане. Судя по видосу, таджики отлично организуют свою страну - везде красота и порядок/Well done guys - helped Adriana. Judging by the video, Tajiks organize their country well - everything is in good order and beautiful

[@jaosilva169]

а вы сами от куда?

[@rusmoscow1971]

@@jaosilva169 из Москвы

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much for watching :) Yes I was lucky to get helped by the Tajiks :D

[@SupsineeMek-oj6em]

Your video that’s so nice and show how beautiful of Tajikistan and people while traveling.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@anjanmoni]

i like you Syifa because your video is so nice , informative & knowledgeable

[@MrKuhistani]

another wonderful film, I have been part of your subscribers since you were in Ningxia ....I like your positive vibe....

[@SyifaAdriana]

Wow, that's a long time ago! Thank you so much for your kind support all along.

[@MrKuhistani]

thank you for tagging us along your journeys ...愿你越活越潇洒。。@@SyifaAdriana

[@gripguy6056]

You're a great tour guide ! A pretty face goes a long way, glad I started watching your travels.

[@tquadtechno7472]

its always more fun to travel with a companion, traveling alone can be boring or even scary in unknown places. Thanks a lot, very nicely presented

[@BE74297]

It can be boring or scary? Really? Sarcasm. You two would get along. She's so superficial or irreverent that they mirrored it back to her min 14.

[@sisirkumarmandal3517]

I love nature's beauty more than artificial beauty. I have enjoyed very much the passes through Fann mountains, its surroundings with their winsome and magnificent beauty. Your other videos are equally informative and interesting. Your sweet and lucid language makes your videos interesting. Tajik people are very social and friendly. Pranjakent is vibrant with local farmers who are selling their vegetables, fruits and spices etc.to their customers. Panjakent is small but lovely town with its lovely people.

[@muhammadnurdin100]

Negara2 yg kamu kunjungi adalah Negara2 yg ingin aku kunjungi, Semangat Syifa.... semoga suatu hari aku bisa mencontoh langkahmu bisa melihat dunia

[@SyifaAdriana]

Many thanks! Wishing you a good luck

[@FabGreg]

Other national dish is "osh", the tadjik version for plov. A must in Central Asia, that you can enjoy in Russia too.

[@fgg215]

But plow in itself tajik- persian word.

[@dadangnugroho8047]

Great journey Syifa. Omg Ahmad so friendly, helpful, and also handsome

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching! Ahmad and Shah indeed were very helpful

[@myfavoritwalk2167]

There are many good people there, the mountains are very good, a city that must be visited for those who like adventure, I love this city, it is very beautiful.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Indeed. Thank you so much for your kind comment!

[@Hausabrightest]

Wow i just everything in this video especially the sound in the end☺️

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@jeff051]

It's a long journey by road and glad to hear that Dave will join you at the destination,hoping that you'll be in UK by year end in time for Xmas,blessings and safe travel friend❤😂

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks Jeff! Dave and I are currently in East Asia but will be back in England in time for Xmas and holiday season :-)

[@georgechilidis8446]

Much love from Montréal Canada 🇨🇦 Syifa so happy to see you’re enjoying your travels with a brave heart I love the farmers market. Just back from Chania, Crete my hometown is a Greek island goes back 7th millennium BC of the Minoan civilization and time for you to explore…..

[@SyifaAdriana]

George, thank you so much for your kind comment! I love a good farmers' market. Crete sounds nice! I have never been to Greece but I hope you enjoy your time and be okay with upcoming Canadian winter.

[@MAzhar-bw2sf]

Your journey experience is very good good wishes for your future endeavors

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@elisabti8370]

so beautiful and unique amazing to see❤❤

[@Shani12342]

❤❤So beautiful place Syifa❤❤

[@dineshbakshi6866]

Amazing Vlog 🙂 ❤❤

[@jawanshinglai8724]

Nice travels blog two local guys are too good for you guiding you and even search taxi for you.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching! Indeed they were so kind!

[@user-zn7hg4yy1q]

I was in Tajikistan last 1997 ,I stay Rudaki st near in babozor.sumotzhekel barodar eman. man kor dar ORA Dushanbe Tujikstan

[@intikhabhussainmirza1975]

Excellent vlog...

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@ETohil]

Hi hi. Beautiful and entertaining video. I came across your channel by chance and like it so much. Greetings from Montreal. I'm a new subscriber.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching! Appreciate it,

[@Timeone7eo]

Welcome to Tajikistan ❤

[@fayyazahmed7765]

Excellent video God bless you

[@user-pd2zp7ng6r]

From Tajikistan greetings ok KLASS ❤❤

[@prabhakarmetri6371]

Safe journey modam😊and happy traveling

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@ratnawidyasari1627]

Nice video ❤

[@susannayeu4471]

You are one brave girl Syifa

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching, Susanna!

[@robrodriguez6958]

Hey! Beautiful video. I’m getting ready for my visit to Tajikistan, and I’m a little worried about the visa free entry (I’m a US passport holder). There should be no problem entering and exiting without a permit/registration with OVIR if I’m in the country only for a few days. I want to do Panjakent to Khujand

[@davikricakra-iv8rz]

Tiga negara yg selalu buat aku penasaran, Turkmenistan, Kirgystan, dan bosnia Herzegovina. Semoga kakak bisa kesana yaa. Aminnn

[@SyifaAdriana]

Glad to hear it! BnH visa is a bit difficult and I am not interested in pursuing Turkmenistan 5 day transit visa right now haha. The next video would be from Kyrgyzstan. Thanks for watching!

[@manbahadurthapa9827]

Hi have a great time ❤

[@septariadi2232]

Keren banget mbak syfa, dan secara gak langsunng mengajarkan saya bahasa inggris. Rencana tahun depan explore asia tengah

[@TechVerseExplorerss]

I don't see Tajikistan, I only see your smiley face.. It's really lovely.

[@MohT-bm1qt]

Loved your comment about 'Kardashiyan butt 😂'😅😅... Thanks for visiting my home country ❤️

[@SyifaAdriana]

Haha! The sheeps were funny. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@MohT-bm1qt]

@SyifaAdriana Thank you for your prompt reply 🙏. Please visit my home country again in spring or early June when it's even more prettier and greener. Also you will need to visit South an East of Tajikistan, Pamir mountains, Romit...please let me know when you are in Tajikistan and I would be happy to accommodate you 😊

[@rosealameda6634]

Through your vlogs, I've seen the other side of the globe! Wonder when are you coming home?

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching! Dave and I are returning home to England by the end of this November.

[@bijaykumarkujur6166]

Traveling is a courage......superb !!!!!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Indeed it is. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@user-cp7bz1jy2b]

I form Malaysia 🇲🇾 all people love thank you so much 💜really beautiful very nice 👌 😊

[@ParamjitSingh-ok8he]

TAAZIKSTAN is very nice and diversified geography. very nice and informative video.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much!

[@fgg215]

Tajikistan or Estern Iran not Taazakistan.

[@HassanYarr430]

❤❤so beautiful and amazing video ❤❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@dior99]

So good you find friends, they speak in English

[@foremanforeman4653]

I didn't know that Indonesian girls are so beautiful! Thank you for presenting your travels, you are very brave!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching and for your kind compliment!

[@kangimampamungkas577]

Hi Syifa. Do we have to apply for a visa to Tajikistan?

[@philipceferino2400]

what a courageous young lady you are , traveling alone to many places unknown to you, from where are you sister?

[@Ryan_Powers25]

Very interesting to be able to see these countries in Central Asia. I'm guessing Alexander the Great, the Mongols and countless others passed through those parts. And sometimes, video can't really capture the vibe of the place. Nevertheless, thank you for sharing. And yes, that oppressive driver in the beginning of your video. Really scary. Glad you went with someone else.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Ryan! I am glad to read your comment and hope you enjoyed watching this!

[@dickywidigdo]

Bagus sekali pemandangannya........

[@UcuFendi]

perjalanan yang menyenangkan ke panjkent👍. walaupun awalnya dipenuhi rasa kekhawatiran.. tapi ketika semua itu terlewati, betapa menyenangkan rasanya. salam 🙏saya dari Indonesia .

[@terryschima4964]

My pleasure.

[@aesfan2513]

Good luck from Iran ❤

[@user-xx2lf2mb7v]

Адриана в Алматы съездите на озеро Коль - Сай, озеро Кайынды, Алтын - емель, там просто красота, глаз не оторвать, очень красивые места, не пожалеете, вам очень понравиться, чистый воздух.❤🙏👍

[@SYAHRIAL-RIAL]

Hi kak sunguh perjalanan yang akan jadi memory. Oh ya kak saya bersama istri dan bayi rencana mau ke Uzbekistan. Apakah ada info untuk sharing tour dari Samarkand ke Panjakent 1 hari? Dari Khiva ke Turkmenistan 1 hari? Waktu kami lumayan singkat tapi ingin meningmati 5 tan gitu. Mohon advise ya kak. Terimakasih

[@Houseofhrimti]

Hlw! My name is Imtiaz from Bangladesh. A small country surrounded by India in all side. I am very impressed about your videos and it motivates me to travel in Uzbekistan and Tazikastan.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching! Hope you travel to UZ and TJ some time in the future.

[@fgg215]

Tajikistan bro not Tazikistan.

[@Erdaloz24]

It was great video 👍🙂🙏🌎🛫🤍

[@Omkumarrairai-hr2ei]

Nice ❤❤

[@irfanahmad8615]

Nice

[@harshidshah1]

lovely girl with very sweet smile.your style of describing is as sweet as you are. thanks by an indian living in america

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@QasimQadriuser-nr8qj2mz8d]

You are so pretty❤❤❤

[@kingella9672]

My second home❤❤❤

[@tcreaterwell7856]

Love you from India ❤❤❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@QasimQadriuser-nr8qj2mz8d]

It nice video❤

[@seer1]

You are a very Brave One... No Doubt. 🌹😔👑

[@rexonjralacabaerasmo1575]

which month did you go? thanks

[@amulraj2858]

Hi I am from India nice to meet you I was really surprised.. I have never seen such a beautiful presentation on KZbin. Like the documentary. I don't know english google translater help me. You spoke very slowly so I could understand a little. I like your channel, I have subscribed .Hope for reply. Thank you do much❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@amulraj2858]

@@SyifaAdriana thanks for replying

[@wendellbalbuena1984]

Its too risky to travel alone to some places where people not used to foreigners, anyway you've made it, Syifa, courageous of you.

[@nawangpema6390]

Enjoying the day with everything that success you 😅

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@nawangpema6390]

@@SyifaAdriana I’m waiting for your new KZbin channel I m always watching your videos very interesting and wonderful explaining your experience here so continue comeback against

[@Shani12342]

❤❤I like your video ❤❤