An illustrated chronicle of the Anglo-Russian contest in Central Asia
by Dr Zahid Usman Central Asia is a landlocked region comprised of rugged mountains spanning from Tian Shan and Pamirs
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High Asia
Pamirian Crossroads and Beyond
Prof Kreutzmann’s explorations have taken him across the mountainous terrains of Xinjiang, Gilgit-Baltistan, Chitral, the Pamir Knot, Central Asia, and cities like London and Moscow. Over the years, he has authored numerous books, articles, and chapters that shine light on the complex history and geography of Central Asia, High Asia, and South Asia.
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Chitral: Oveer Lasht residents live in constant fear
By Gul Hameed Farooqui A beautiful view of Oveer Lasht Valley in Upper Chitral now facing climate-change-induced danger. Photo by
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Tajikistan puts squeeze on AKDN entities in GBAO
Authorities in Tajikistan are putting the squeeze on the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) organizations and companies.
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Digitizing Uzbekistan’s desert art
Nine hundred pieces from Uzbekistan’s Nukus Museum of Art are now online after volunteers armed with cameras and cell phones created an open catalogue of the works in the hope it will prevent theft from one of Asia’s most unique and valuable art collections.
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Afghanistan: New Great Game in the heart of Asia
Regional powers are seeking to fill the vacuum left by the abrupt departure of the US and its Western allies.
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Corona pandemic hits Tajikistan’s tourism sector
Only 0.35m tourists visited the Central Asian country last year as compared to 1.25m in the previous year, says an
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From Silk Road to Belt and Road
A research paper published recently by Mountain Societies Research Institute (MSRI), University of Central Asia, highlights the social, economic, and
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Hunza Matters: Unmaking and Making
by Aziz Ali Dad Let me start this review of the book “Hunza Matters: Bordering and ordering between ancient and
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Rulers have snatched our dreams
By Ashiq Ali Broghil, the most neglected valley in Hindu Kush Mountains, need government attention The Pamiri Wakhi people live
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Polish climbers stranded on a Shimshal peak
High Asia Herald Exclusive Islamabad: Two Polish climbers are stranded at a little-known peak in Ghujerav valley of Shimshal in
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Sweat, Blood and Central Asian dance
Dance is an integral part of life in Central Asia; it can be seen both in rural settings and on
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The art of the wood carving in Tajikistan
Tajikistan has a rich heritage of exquisite wood carvings. Dr Larisa Dodkhudoeva from the Institute of History, Archeology, and Ethnography
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Khorezm Lazgi: the feel-good dance that ‘trembles’ earth
Lazgi is a must-see of Khorezm. Lazgi is the dance with a feel-good factor, making you feel a joie de vivre or zest for life. There is an opinion that the meaning of the ancient word ‘lazgi’ is ‘tremble,’ which describes a very energetic movement of the body along with the vibrant musical rhythms and expressive facial mimics.
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Poppy production rises in Badakhshan province
blob:https://www.rferl.org/f0105167-7ca9-4487-9108-c8abda861a2b Afghanistan lost $1 million in international funding this year making the drive to halt heroin production in Badakhshan even more
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