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Politics will undoubtedly affect Afghanistan’s neighbors, as well as one of the most treasured drives in Central Asia: the Pamir Highway.

One of the main reasons for the timing of my trip to Kyrgyzstan was to have the chance to check out the country’s National Horse Games Festival, which takes place in August.

Khorog is no buzzing metropolis, but the frontier city— home to the annual Roof of the World Festival—offers cultural and culinary comforts to weary Pamir Highway travelers.

Those on a quest to discover the ancient Silk Road often make stops in Dunhuang, Urumqi, and Kashgar, all oases on the ancient trade route, but none with as much to offer as Turpan.

Uzbekistan has long drawn visitors with its awe-inspiring Islamic architecture, ancient walled cities, and Silk Road history.

As Travelogues from Remote Lands rounds out 2018, we wanted to take a few moments to recognize some exceptional articles published this year.

Given to the son the King of Alwar’s favorite mistress, the unfinished 19th century Tijara Fort Palace has gone from monument to ruins to luxury hotel.

A sign in the Ak-Baital Pass reminds you that you are 4,655 meters above sea level. The untouched landscapes of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan are a driver’s dream.