Imagine walking through ancient stone walls that have stood for three millennia, where Silk Road traders, explorers, and empires once converged. Welcome to Tajikistan’s Hisor Fortress—a living museum just outside Dushanbe, where history isn’t just studied… it’s danced.
🌏 The CGTN team recently traded microphones for traditional Tajik robes, joining locals in a vibrant dance ceremony fueled by drumbeats that echoed through the fortress. ‘It’s like time-traveling with a TikTok twist,’ one participant laughed, capturing the blend of past and present.
🧭 Legend says this site hosted Chinese pioneers like Zhang Qian and monk Xuanzang. Today, its legacy thrives through cross-cultural bonds. ‘Many nations came here with swords,’ shared a white-bearded elder, ‘but China always brought open hands.’
💡 Why care? Hisor isn’t just ruins—it’s proof that shared history can still spark joy (and killer dance moves). For Gen Z globetrotters and culture nerds alike, this is your next bucket-list deep dive. 📸
