Tajikistan
Geography
Tajikistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia. It is bordered by Afghanistan to the south, Uzbekistan to the west, Kyrgyzstan to the north, and China to the east. The country is mostly mountainous, with the Pamir Mountains in the east and the Fann Mountains in the west. The highest point in Tajikistan is Mount Ismoil Somoni, which is 7,495 meters (24,590 feet) tall.
Capital
The capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe. Dushanbe is a large city with a population of over 1 million people. It is located in the southwestern part of the country, in the foothills of the Fann Mountains.
People
The majority of the people in Tajikistan are Tajiks. Tajiks are a Persian-speaking people who have lived in the region for centuries. Other ethnic groups in Tajikistan include Uzbeks, Kyrgyz, and Russians.
Language
The official language of Tajikistan is Tajik. Tajik is a Persian language that is closely related to Farsi. Other languages spoken in Tajikistan include Uzbek, Kyrgyz, and Russian.
Religion
The majority of the people in Tajikistan are Muslims. Islam is the official religion of the country. Other religious groups in Tajikistan include Christians, Jews, and Buddhists.
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