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🇹🇯 Tajikistan Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Tajikistan is a country in Central Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 143,100 km² and is a landlocked country with no coastline. It shares land borders with 4 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Central Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
143,100 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
69/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+5
UTC offset
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Independence
1991
established
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Climate
Continental alpine, extreme cold winters
general type

Location and Position

Tajikistan is situated in Central Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. As a landlocked country, Tajikistan has no direct access to the sea, which historically influenced its trade routes and development. Access to international markets relies on agreements with neighbouring countries.

Size and Area

Tajikistan covers a total area of 143,100 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 9.9M across this area, the population density is 69/km². The capital city is Dushanbe.

Climate

The climate of Tajikistan is continental alpine, extreme cold winters. The best time to visit is generally May–September, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Tajikistan

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Uzbekistan
Tashkent
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Kyrgyzstan
Bishkek
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China
Beijing
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Afghanistan
Kabul

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Tajikistan located?

Tajikistan is located in Central Asia, Asia. The capital city is Dushanbe.

How large is Tajikistan?

Tajikistan has a total area of 143,100 km² with a population density of 69/km².

What countries border Tajikistan?

Tajikistan shares land borders with: Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, China, Afghanistan.

What is the climate of Tajikistan?

The climate of Tajikistan is Continental alpine, extreme cold winters. The best time to visit is May–September.

What timezone is Tajikistan in?

Tajikistan observes UTC+5 timezone.

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