Russia’s evolving calculus in its relations with Iran has been rooted in its broader position in a changing geopolitical landscape in the Middle East.| Manara Magazine
Would The Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul Railway Be Good Or Bad For Russia? By Andrew Korybko The supplementary economic benefits and perceived acceleration of multipolar trends might appeal to Russia, but the latent military-strategic threats to its interests arguably outweigh them. The “New Rules”... Read More ›| Voice of East
Water Wars Strike Again: How Afghanistan’s Canal Project Could Reshape Eurasia’s Geopolitics By Uriel Araujo As Kabul pushes forward with the Qosh Tepa Canal, Central Asia faces rising water tensio…| Voice of East
Archaeologists uncover Kara-Asar, a major Dzhetyasar site, revealing ancient life, architecture, and culture in Central Asia.| Archaeology News Online Magazine
This roundtable brought together Aïda Adilbek, Aziza Kadyri, Aigerim Kapar, Anel Rakhimzhanova and SAVA Creative Fellow Saodat Ismailova to discuss the environmental transformation of Central Asia during the Soviet period and its contemporary ramifications through the lens of artistic, curatorial and academic research. Held at UCL on May 29, 2025, the conversation was led by Maja Fowkes, and attended by SAVA Team members Reuben Fowkes, Makar Tereshin, and Sorcha Thomson. Maja Fowkes: I’m a...| ARTMargins Online
Kyrgyzstan: Tulpar-Köl Panorama Skip the grueling technical climb to Peak Lenin in favor of this low-angle view of the beautiful mountain, walking up from the yurt camps of the Tulpar-Köl lakes near Osh oblast’s Sary-Mogol. Total km: 12.m km (round-trip) Total days: 1 Elevation gain/loss: 485m+/485m- Start point: Tulpar-Köl Yurt […] The post Kyrgyzstan: Tulpar-Köl Panorama appeared first on Asia Hikes.| Asia Hikes
Suluutor Lakes has become one of the most popular dayhike destinations from Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. Read more about hiking it here.| Asia Hikes
Peshawar food is some of the best in Pakistan and a visit to the Nisar Charsi Tikka will be an unforgettable foodie experience!| Backpackingman
The atmosphere of economic cooperation and political dialogue that has characterised Central Asia over the past eight years has made possible the - Scopri i progetti, le ricerche e le iniziative della Nato College Foundation per promuovere la sicurezza globale e la cooperazione accademica.| Nato Defense College Foundation
In this quick guide you’ll find everything you need to know beofre corssing the KyzylArt Border Crossing between Tajikistan & Kyrgyzstan along the Pamir Highway| The Adventures of Nicole
Report on a talk given by Professor Susan Whitfield, Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Culture, at| Nara to Norwich
Discover more about the renowned herbal teas of Armenia, their history, usage, and their potential in the global tea market| Tea Journey
Thomas Parker, George Washington University 16 July 2025 | PDF: http://issforum.org/to/RE134 | Website: rjissf.org | X: @HDiplo Editor: Diane Labrosse | Commissioning Editor: Daniel R. Hart |…| H-Diplo|RJISSF
Nowruz in Central Asia has been celebrated for thousands of years – at least three thousand based on historical evidence, but possibly even longer, and the| Young Pioneer Tours
The Outcome Of Armenia’s Latest Round Of Unrest Will Be Pivotal For The Region’s Future By Andrew Korybko If Armenia becomes a joint Azeri-Turkish protectorate like Pashinyan’s opponents fear that …| Voice of East
Here is a handy guide on what to wear in Uzbekistan, what to pack and what you need to know […]| Journal of Nomads
In this guide for Tajikistan food and other Central Asian dishes, we take a look at some of the most authentic - and delicious - meals to tuck into. We also| Journal of Nomads
Central Asian Perspectives on the Russo-Ukraine War| cftni.org
In this in-depth travel guide we will provide you a varied selection of the best things to do in Dushanbe […]| Journal of Nomads
This complete travel guide will tell you all about the best things to do in Naryn Kyrgyzstan, including a detailed […]| Journal of Nomads
Travel from Uzbekistan to Kyrgyzstan and vice versa: how to get from Osh to Tashkent and from Tashkent to Osh […]| Journal of Nomads
An easygoing hike up the pretty high valley of the Tiorgen Ak-Suu river, with nice peak views and a beautiful angle back on Tashtambek Tor Bashi Peak from the end.| Asia Hikes
A comprehensive guide to being safe in Tajikistan, including an equipment list and advice. We look at 'is Tajikistan safe?' and all you need to know.| Journal of Nomads
Explore these vintage Nowruz postage stamps from Iraq to Tajikistan and how different countries celebrate the arrival of spring!| Ajam Media Collective
Itinerary and planning trip to Kyrgystan from India with direct flights from Delhi, and offbeat road trip to Issy Kul lake from Bishkek| Bruised Passports
A new preprint at bioRxiv by Kerdoncuff et al. makes the following, somewhat surprising, claim: One of the individuals, referred to Sarazm_EN_1 (I4290) described above that was discovered with shell bangles showing affiliation with South Asia, has significant amount AHG-related ancestry, while a model without AHG-related ancestry provides the best fit for Sarazm_EN_2 (I4210) (Table S4.5). First| Eurogenes Blog
In this guide to hiking in Tajikistan, we cover everything from organizing a trek with a company or planning to hike independently around the country.| Journal of Nomads
Turkmenistan: Nokhur Panorama Hike This short walk to a viewpoint over the small Turkmen town of Nokhur makes an excellent start to a day or exploring the village and surrounding Kopetdag Mountain range, and you can be home in time for breakfast. Total km: 3km Elevation gain/loss: 134m+/ 134m- Start […] The post Turkmenistan: Nokhur Panorama Hike appeared first on Asia Hikes.| Asia Hikes
Yangkala Canyon, one of Turkmenistan's most incredible landscapes, is the setting for this quick loop hike among the cliffs above the Kyzylkum desert.| Asia Hikes
Nuclear Power in Central Asia: The New “New Thing”?| cftni.org
A complete guide of everything you need to know about traveling Tajikistan's mighty Pamir Highway.| Journal of Nomads
After spending weeks exploring Central Asia, crossing the border from Uzbekistan into Afghanistan, and traveling through Afghanistan for a month (my| The Globetrotting Detective
After an eventful bus ride across the Kazakhstan-Kyrgyzstan border and five amazing days soaking up the vibe in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, I was ready to shake things up with a new adventure. Next stop? Uzbekistan! And what better way to get there than by bus? In this guide, I’ll walk you| The Globetrotting Detective
Report Launch | Afghanistan’s Qoshtepa Canal and Water Security in Central Asia| cftni.org
While I was in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, I decided to travel to Afghanistan. One of the best places to get an Afghanistan tourist visa is Termez, Uzbekistan. So, I made my way from Dushanbe to Termez to get mine. In this guide, I’ll provide everything you need to know about getting your Afghanistan| The Globetrotting Detective
Afghanistan’s Qoshtepa Canal and Water Security in Central Asia| cftni.org
The online visa application form for Afghanistan is a new requirement. In this post, I’ll guide you through each step—from filling it out to printing the confirmation—and share a few quirky issues I ran into along the way. ONLINE AFGHANISTAN VISA APPLICATION GUIDE What is it Exactly? Link for the Application| The Globetrotting Detective
Following the IASSRT symposium, we are publishing a series of posts showcasing the papers most relevant to the Nara to Norwich project. This abstract is by Frances Pritchard on an unusual piece of silk thought to have been produced in Central Asia but discovered in Dublin.| Nara to Norwich
I was thrilled to learn about a new market that opened up in NE Philly this past year–a market that caters to Central Asian tastes! It is called Vatan Market and it is located at 11726A Bustleton Ave, just across … Continue reading →| Asian Markets of Philadelphia
Will international donors legitimize Uzbekistan’s tightening grip on civil society?| thediplomat.com
Kyrgyzstan's Kok Jaiyk Waterfall is a very easy dayhike out of Jeti Oguz's favorite mountain pasture.| Asia Hikes
This Kyrgyzstan itinerary shares everything you need to plan an amazing trip. Here's how to spend 2 weeks in Kyrgyzstan - map included!| Jessie on a Journey | Solo Female Travel Blog
Kyrgyzstan's Fairytale Canyon features a stunning landscape with otherworldly rock formations and striking canyons that feels like Mars.| Jessie on a Journey | Solo Female Travel Blog
Amid a major shift in Georgia’s foreign policy away from its traditional fixation on the West toward Asia, China has successfully tapped into this emerging oppo| chinaobservers
An easy walk to Issyk Ata Waterfall, one of the most popular dayhike trips out of Bishkek for tourists hiking in Kyrgyzstan.| Asia Hikes
Kyrgyzstan Money Guide. How much are the costs of traveling and living in Kyrgyzstan? Here is a detailed overview of the Kyrgyzstan prices for living and traveling in Kyrgyzstan.| Journal of Nomads
Planning to trek in Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains? Trek this beautiful alpine trail to cross the 4740m Chimtarga Pass with the massive Peak Chimtarga and Peak| The Adventures of Nicole
Here's the complete packing list for trekking and traveling in Central Asia, including info on when to visit Central Asia, essential travel documents and| Journal of Nomads
If you’re drawn to visit Tajikistan, this Tajikistan travel guide will fully equip you with everything you need to know, packed with so much relevant and useful information.| Journal of Nomads
What are the best places to visit in Uzbekistan? Are you looking for the most beautiful things to do in Uzbekistan? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll look at both brilliant Uzbekistan tourist places and off-the-beaten-path destinations in Uzbekistan, my top tips for each spot and how to get there from Tashkent.| Journal of Nomads
Kulikalon Camping: There and Back Again - Revisiting a favorite Fann Mountains trek nearly ten years after my first visit to Tajikistan.| MonkBoughtLunch
