Famous People
He was a famous 10th-century ruler of the Samanid Empire
Ismail Samani
Name one ancient city of Tajikistan
Panjakent
What holiday is celebrated on March 21?
Navruz
What colors are on the Tajik flag?
red, white , and green
What is the capital city of Tajikistan?
Dushanbe
He was a famous Persian poet born in Balkh, now part of historical Tajik lands.
Rumi
What empire ruled the region in ancient times and built roads?
Persian Empire
What kind of bread is baked in traditional ovens?
non
What is the national flower?
Tulip
What river runs through the capital?
Varzob River
Name a famous Tajik athlete
Rasul Boqiev
What was the Silk Road?
trade route between East and West
What do people often do during weddings?
dance
What animal is on the coat of arms?
crown and stars
Which region is known for its mountains and beauty?
GBAO / Pamirs
She was a renowned Tajik actress and singer of the Soviet era
Makhfirat Khudoyberdiyeva
What ancient empire was known for Zoroastrianism?
Sassanid Empire
What traditional hat is worn in Tajikistan?
toqi
What is the name of the tallest mountain in Tajikistan?
Ismoil Somoni Peak
Name a border country of Tajikistan
Afghanistan / China / Kyrgyzstan / Uzbekistan
He wrote the Shahnameh, an important Persian epic
Ferdowsi
Which historical region is now called Sughd?
Sogdiana
What is a suzani?
Traditional Tajik/Uzbek embroidery
What do the seven stars on the flag represent?
unity and happiness
What is the second-largest city in Tajikistan?
Khujand