Khurshed & Nilufar

August 28, 2026 → Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Our Story

We are getting married, and we could not imagine celebrating without you.

Our wedding unfolds during Aug 22 – Aug 28 in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. But before the celebrations begin, we want to share something even more special with you: the country we call home.

We invite you to arrive from August 22 so we can take you on an adventure through alpine lakes, ancient Silk Road fortresses, and mountain landscapes that will take your breath away. This is more than a wedding – it is a journey.

Discover Tajikistan

The Week in Tajikistan, a day-by-day guide from your arrival to the wedding.

23 – 28 August · 2026

The Way There

Seven days across Tajikistan from your arrival to the wedding. Travel them, one at a time.

A coloured relief map of Tajikistan, its mountains and valleys, the country you will travel across this week.

Day 01

Choygashtak

Breakfast, a walk around the city center, and Choygashtak, a Tajik pre-wedding celebration in the evening.

Coloured-pencil illustration of a Tajik bride in traditional dress for Choygashtak, a deep-red embroidered gown with ikat and floral patterns, a long flowing veil, and gold-trimmed slippers.

Day 02

Greenwood House

Continue exploring the city, followed by dinner at Greenwood House.

Coloured-pencil illustration of Greenwood House, a two-storey wooden log mansion with a deep-red roof, a garden of bare trees, and a stone path.

Day 03

Into the Valleys

Norak · Varzob · Romit

A day in the mountains exploring Tajikistan’s nature. We’ll take a boat ride on the Norak reservoir, one of the tallest dams in the world.

Coloured-pencil illustration of the Norak reservoir, a turquoise lake held between bare brown mountains above a hydroelectric dam.

Day 04

Iskanderkul

A trip to Iskanderkul, a turquoise alpine lake nestled in the Fan Mountains. We will do a short hike around the lake.

Coloured-pencil illustration of Iskanderkul, a turquoise alpine lake cradled by rugged tan-and-grey mountains, with a leafy tree and rocky shore in the foreground.

Day 05

Nikkah

The Nikkah takes place this evening. In Islam, the Nikkah is the official marriage contract, a simple and sacred ceremony where the bride and groom formally consent to the union in the presence of witnesses. It is the moment we become husband and wife.

Coloured-pencil illustration of the Nikkah, a veiled bride, the groom, and an officiant signing at a table, with henna-painted hands.

Day 06

The Wedding

The Tuy, our main wedding celebration. In Tajik tradition, the Tuy is a grand feast bringing together family and friends for a night of music, dancing, and table after table of food. This is the big one.

Coloured-pencil illustration of the Tuy, wedding guests in traditional Tajik dress, from ikat coats to a gold-embroidered crimson gown, dancing in a ring around the veiled bride in her white gown.

Come hungry.

A sneak peek at the food waiting for you. We will eat a lot.
Here is a taste of what is coming.

Getting Here

All flights arrive at Dushanbe International Airport (DYU). We recommend arriving by August 22.

Flights

JFK DYU
New YorkDushanbe
Routing
via Istanbul or Dubai
Flight time
~16–20 hrs
Est. fare
~$800–1,400 rt
Arrive by
Aug 22
DYU · 2026
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JFK → DYU

No nonstop from New York. The smoothest routing connects once, usually through Istanbul (Turkish Airlines) or a Gulf hub such as Dubai (flydubai).

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PRG DYU
PragueDushanbe
Routing
via Istanbul
Flight time
~8–11 hrs
Est. fare
~€600–950 rt
Arrive by
Aug 22
DYU · 2026
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PRG → DYU

Turkish Airlines connects Prague to Dushanbe through Istanbul with a single, easy stop, the most reliable routing from Central Europe.

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FRA DYU
FrankfurtDushanbe
Routing
Nonstop · Somon Air
Flight time
~7 hrs direct
Est. fare
~€650–1,000 rt
Arrive by
Aug 22
DYU · 2026
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FRA → DYU

Somon Air, Tajikistan’s flag carrier, flies Frankfurt to Dushanbe nonstop (~7 hrs), the only direct option from Europe, though it runs only a few times a week. If your dates don’t line up, Turkish Airlines connects via Istanbul.

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LHR DYU
LondonDushanbe
Routing
via Istanbul or Dubai
Flight time
~10–14 hrs
Est. fare
~£700–1,200 rt
Arrive by
Aug 22
DYU · 2026
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LHR → DYU

From London the smoothest routing connects once, through Istanbul (Turkish Airlines) or a Gulf hub such as Dubai (flydubai).

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AMS DYU
AmsterdamDushanbe
Routing
via Istanbul or Dubai
Flight time
~9–13 hrs
Est. fare
~€650–950 rt
Arrive by
Aug 22
DYU · 2026
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AMS → DYU

From Amsterdam the smoothest routing connects once, through Istanbul (Turkish Airlines) or a Gulf hub such as Dubai (flydubai).

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Where to Stay

Book early. Dushanbe fills up fast in late August. A few favourites, all an easy ride from the celebrations.

Hotels

★★★★★Luxury

Hyatt Regency Dushanbe

Central Dushanbe

Pool, spa and several restaurants, a short walk from the city’s main sights.

Pool Spa Dining Wi-Fi

~$180–$280 / night

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Hyatt Regency Dushanbe

Luxury hotel with an indoor pool, full-service spa and several restaurants, on the shore of Lake Komsomol, within walking distance of the main sights and the celebrations.

Rooms in central Dushanbe sell out for late August. Reserve a flexible rate early.

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★★★★★Luxury

Dushanbe Serena Hotel

Rudaki Avenue

A prestigious Rudaki Avenue address: spa, fine dining and warm Tajik hospitality.

Pool Spa Dining Wi-Fi

~$200–$320 / night

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Dushanbe Serena Hotel

A prestigious Rudaki Avenue address with a spa, rooftop and buffet restaurants, lounge bars and warm Tajik hospitality, about a 10-minute drive from the airport.

Rooms in central Dushanbe sell out for late August. Reserve a flexible rate early.

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★★★★Premium

Atlas Hotel Dushanbe

City Centre

Bright modern rooms and a rooftop restaurant with panoramic city views.

Dining Breakfast Wi-Fi A/C

~$100–$160 / night

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Atlas Hotel Dushanbe

Bright modern rooms, an excellent breakfast and a rooftop restaurant with panoramic city views, great value in the city centre.

Rooms in central Dushanbe sell out for late August. Reserve a flexible rate early.

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★★★★Premium

Meridian Hotel Dushanbe

Near City Centre

Comfortable rooms and an on-site restaurant, a dependable mid-range base.

Dining Breakfast Wi-Fi A/C

~$90–$140 / night

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Meridian Hotel Dushanbe

Comfortable rooms, an on-site restaurant and easy transport links, a dependable mid-range base for the week.

Rooms in central Dushanbe sell out for late August. Reserve a flexible rate early.

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Are you coming?

Press below to let us know: just three small things, it only takes a moment.

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We would love to have you celebrate with us in Tajikistan! Please fill out this form so we can plan accordingly, even if you are still deciding.

Wedding Schedule

  • Aug 23Choygashtak (traditional Tajik wedding)
  • Aug 28Main wedding ceremony

We would love for you to join us for the full Aug 22–28 period, but if you can only make part of the trip, please prioritize Aug 28.

ImportantPlease do not book flights or hotels yet. Confirm with us first. We are working on accommodation options and will share more details once we know how many people are coming.

We will take you on tours, show you the nature, and feed you very well. We are so happy to have you there!

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