The Vakhsh (/ ˈvækʃ / VAKSH; Tajik and Russian: Вахш), also known as the Surkhob (Tajik: Сурхоб) in north-central Tajikistan and as the Kyzyl-Suu (Kyrgyz: Кызыл-Суу) in Kyrgyzstan, is a Central Asian river and one of the main rivers of Tajikistan. It …

Vakhsh (Tajik: Вахш, Russian: Вахш) is a city in southwestern Tajikistan. It is the capital of Vakhsh District. The population of the town is 14,900 (January 2020 estimate). [1] It is about 100 km (62 mi) from the capital, Dushanbe. It has one of the three Catholic Tajik churches under the Mission sui iuris of Tajikistan.

Jul 9, 2018 · The Vakhsh River in Tajikistan embodies several superlatives: it is the largest river in the country, the most important source of electricity, and it is home to world’s tallest (completed) engineered dam, the Nurek.

The Vakhsh culture is a Bronze Age culture which took place around 2500-1650 BC, as shown by radiocarbon dates, [1] and flourished along the lower Vakhsh River in southern Tajikistan, earlier thought to be from ca. 1700 BC to 1500 BC.

In Amu Darya: River course and basin …by the confluence of the Vakhsh and Panj (Pyandzh) rivers (at which point it becomes known as the Amu Darya) and flows west-northwest. In its upper course the Amu Darya forms part of Afghanistan’s northern border with Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.

The Vakhsh (/ ˈvækʃ / VAKSH; Tajik and Russian: Вахш), also known as the Surkhob (Tajik: Сурхоб) in north-central Tajikistan and as the Kyzyl-Suu (Kyrgyz: Кызыл-Суу) in Kyrgyzstan, is a Central Asian river and one of the main rivers of Tajikistan. It is a tributary of the Amu Darya river. Quick Facts Location, Country ...

Aug 26, 2020 · Top things to do and things to see in Vakhsh, Viloyati Khatlon Tajikistan: detailed information about Vakhsh, top attractions, interactive map and much more.

Vakhsh District (Tajik: Ноҳияи Вахш Nohiya-i Vakhsh) is a district in Khatlon Region, Tajikistan. Its capital is Vakhsh. It is located in the southern part of Khatlon and of the country. The population of the district is 199,300 (January 2020 estimate). [1]

Vakhsh, located in the Khatlon region of Tajikistan, is known for its stunning natural beauty, including lush valleys, snow-capped mountains, and the mighty Vakhsh River. Visitors can expect a warm and welcoming atmosphere from the local …

The Vakhsh River has played a key role in the development of Central Asia dating back to ancient times. It has been a vital source of irrigation for agriculture, a key transportation route, and a site of strategic importance for many empires throughout history.