5th Issue of Travel + Leisure Asia: Pilgrimage Sites in Central Asia
In this issue, we explore journeys to sacred places. Slow. Thoughtful. Rooted in the region’s traditions.
A Hidden Corner of Tajikistan: The Village of Voru
Mountain ridges, mirror-like river surfaces and the air, filled with the scent of the meadow grass. This is how the village of Voru in Panjakent District of Tajikistan welcomes its visitors. Voru is a true gem for travelers, seeking harmony with nature and journey into the past.
Dehistan: A Forgotten City of Turkmenistan on Ancient Trade Routes
An abandoned city in western Turkmenistan, Dehistan preserves the memory of caravan routes and medieval urban life.
On Foot Across Kyrgyzstan: The Story of Aktilek Omurkadyrov
Traveling around Kyrgyzstan has become a way for me to better understand the country where I grew up and to see it beyond the usual routes