Country Studies US
Country Studies: Tajikistan
A thorough look at Tajikistan from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990s.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Tajikistan: Government
This article from the Library of Congress outlines the problems Tajikistan has had in instituting a functioning government since the breakup of the Soviet Union. Click on other related topics at the bottom of the page.
BBC
Bbc: News: Collapse of the Ussr 10 Years On
Extensive information about the collapse of the USSR. Includes an interactive timeline from 1985 through 1991, an interactive map of the countries of the USSR with country profiles and timelines, eyewitness accounts of the collapse of...
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Tajikistan
Learn about religion in Tajikistan, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Other
Asia Society: Policy
A comprehensive storehouse of all types of information on Asia, both current and past: maps and statistics, Asian food, travel guides, photographs, articles, timelines, and more. Asia Source is the work of the Asia Society, a national...
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Tajikistan
Learn about core health indicators in Tajikistan in this World Health Organization country profile which includes demographic and current health information.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Tajikistan
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Tajikistan. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It...
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: 2016 Report on International Religious Freedom: Tajikistan
A 2016 Department of State report examining religious freedom in Tajikistan.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Maps: Major Ethnic Groups in Central Asia
Here's a great map that shows all the different ethic groups in Central Asia with pie graphs for each country showing the percentage of the groups.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Maps: Central Asia: Fuel and Energy Centers
Looking for coal reserves in Central Asia? This map from the University of Texas shows the fuel reserves and energy sources in the Central Asia region.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Maps: Tajikistan: Political Map
Here's an easy to read political map of Tajikistan with its important cities, province borders, major highways, and railroads.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Maps: Tajikistan: Physical Map
This relief map of Tajikistan from the University of Texas' map collection shows the mountains and bodies of water in that country.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for Intl Peace: Roots of Radical Islam, Central Asia [Pdf]
The author examines how regional Islamic religious communities are reacting to the actions of their governments that they see as unfair and non-responsive to their issues. Uzbekistan is given major attention. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
World Facts US
World Facts: Tajikistan
A quick look at facts dealing with Tajikistan, its economy, geography, and government.
BBC
Bbc: Pamirs Adapt to Life Without Russia
A February 2005 examination of the effect of the Russian pull out on the Pamir mountain region of Tajikistan. Provides links to related subjects.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Tajikistan
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Tajikistan, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Outline Map of Tajikistan
Practice what you know about Tajikistan's geography by printing out and filling in this outline map.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Tajikistan
Great reference directory for finding information on the Central Asian nation of Tajikistan. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Tajiks
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Tajiks. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Pamiri
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Pamiri people of Tajikistan. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal...
BBC
Bbc: Timeline: Tajikistan
A nice timeline on the history of Tajikistan from the 8th century updated to 2012.. Provides details about the civil war and what the current status of the country is today.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Tajikistan
BBC News presents a general overview of the independent Central Asian country of Tajikistan. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Pamir Peoples Kinship
Learn about the culture of the Pamir people of Tajikistan. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Tajikistan: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Tajikistan in Central Asia.