Khurshed & Nilufar

August 28, 2026 → Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Our Story

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

Our wedding unfolds across three beautiful days in Dushanbe, the heart 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 20th 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

We’ll show you around before the wedding.
Here is a taste of what awaits.

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

23 – 28 August · 2026

The Way There

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

Day 01

Choygashtak

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

23 August

Coloured-pencil illustration of the Ismoili Somoni monument in Dushanbe — a tall white-and-gold ceremonial arch over a crowned statue, marble steps, and ikat-patterned flowerbeds.

Day 02

Greenwood House

Continue exploring the city, followed by dinner at Greenwood House or another nice restaurant.

24 August

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 just beyond the city — we’ll follow the water to whichever valley the day favours.

25 August

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

Day 04

Iskanderkul

Trip to Iskanderkul, possibly with a short hike — an alpine lake the colour of turquoise, the highest point of the week.

26 August

Coloured-pencil illustration of Iskanderkul — a wide turquoise alpine lake ringed by tan dunes and peaks under small clouds.

Day 05

Nikkah

Brunch, followed by Nikkah in the evening — the quiet, sacred heart of the week.

27 August

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 main celebration — the Tuy. An evening of music, dancing, and feasting with everyone we love.

28 August

Coloured-pencil illustration of Tajik wedding instruments — two crossed golden karnay horns, a doira frame drum, tablak drums, and a surnay.

Come hungry.

A few of the dishes one of the world’s oldest peoples has cooked for thousands of years — and still loves.

Getting Here

All flights arrive at Dushanbe International Airport (DYU). We recommend arriving by August 20–21.

Flights

JFK DYU

New YorkDushanbe

Routing: via Istanbul or Dubai
Flight time: ~16–20 hrs
Est. fare: ~$800–1,400 rt

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Aug 20–21

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

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Aug 20–21

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

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Aug 20–21

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

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Aug 20–21

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

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Aug 20–21

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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RSVP

Will you be there?

Please confirm your attendance by September 1, 2026.

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