• Climate Migration: Villages Relocating from Risk

    In the mountain valleys of Tajikistan, migration is often imagined as a social phenomenon: people moving for work, education, or opportunity. Yet in many villages, movement is increasingly shaped not by choice but by shifting land and water. Climate change alters hydrological patterns, accelerates erosion, and destabilizes slopes, gradually pushing communities to relocate. This is…

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  • Vulnerable Basins

    The sound comes first—a low rumble that grows into a roar. By the time villagers hear it clearly, the brown torrent is already spilling down the mountainside, carrying stones, branches, and the unmistakable smell of wet earth. In Tajikistan floods and mudflows are not rare events. They are seasonal realities, woven into life in valleys…

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Geographical Society of Tajikistan
Founded to advance the study and appreciation of Tajikistan’s diverse landscapes, the Geographical Society of Tajikistan brings together researchers, educators, students, and explorers with a shared passion for geography.

Whether you are an academic, a policymaker, or simply curious about the natural and cultural richness of our country, the Geographical Society welcomes you to join our network and explore the world—starting from Tajikistan.

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