Ancient Rhythms & Silk Road Secrets: Exploring Tajikistan’s Hisor Fortress

Step into a living time capsule where Central Asia’s past whispers through sunbaked walls! The CGTN team recently ventured to Hisor Fortress – a 3,000-year-old Silk Road gem near Tajikistan’s capital Dushanbe – and the vibes were pure history-meets-joy.

Where Empires Danced

Imagine walking the same paths as legendary explorer Zhang Qian and Buddhist pilgrim Xuanzang! This fortress once buzzed with traders, scholars, and warriors crossing continents. Today, its arched gateways and weathered stones still echo with tales of cultural mashups that shaped Eurasia.

Drumbeats & Unity

When locals invited the crew to swap microphones for traditional robes, magic happened. ‘We danced like nobody was watching – just pure connection,’ said one team member. The ceremonial drums? Basically TikTok trends from 1,000 BC.

‘Many came to conquer – China came as friends,’

smiled a white-bearded resident, highlighting centuries of cross-border camaraderie. Hisor’s story isn’t just about ruins – it’s about bridges that outlast empires.

Next time you’re scrolling #TravelTok, remember: Somewhere in Tajikistan, history’s still throwing the ultimate multicultural party.

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Central Asia Expedition｜A timeless encounter at the Hisor Fortress

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