7 October 2026
In light of implementing the Address of the Founder of Peace and National Unity – Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, H.E. Emomali Rahmon, "On the Main Directions of Domestic and Foreign Policy of the Republic of Tajikistan", and with the aim of enhancing intellectual awareness, public speaking skills, professional capacity, and fostering the habit of reading scientific and literary works, as well as to deepen staff understanding of the history, culture, civilization, and the rich heritage of classical and modern Tajik literature, the Institute of Biological Security and Biotechnology of the Agrarian Academy of Tajikistan regularly organizes purposeful events.
In this context, under the guidance of the management and at the initiative of the Director of the Institute of Biological Security and Biotechnology, Doctor of Veterinary Sciences Abdulloev Azizullo Odilovich, the institute's staff collectively visited the National Museum of Tajikistan. They became acquainted with the history, civilization, and culture of the Tajik people from ancient times to the present, and viewed various archaeological discoveries.
The National Museum of Tajikistan officially opened its doors on March 20, 2013. It is located in the center of Dushanbe, next to the National Flag Park.
The exhibition features historical artifacts displayed across 22 halls, including 2 circular halls. The museum also includes a 300-seat auditorium, five storage vaults for historical relics, and twelve laboratories for the restoration and preservation of historical and cultural monuments.
On the first floor, exhibits include findings from the Stone Age, the ancient settlement of Sarazm, Zoroastrian culture, the Achaemenid Empire, Greco-Bactrian rule, the Kushan Empire, Sassanid period, Hephthalites, and ancient Panjakent. The museum houses murals, ceramic vessels, and inscribed pottery fragments from ancient Panjakent, all bearing witness to the glorious past of Tajik civilization.
A special Presidential Gift Hall showcases presents received by the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, from world leaders and high-ranking officials. Notable items include:
A dagger from the President of Russia, V.V. Putin,
A replica and a piece of the Kiswah (covering of the Kaaba) from Saudi Arabia,
"Lali" – a gift from the Ambassador of South Africa, Sabziana Ingakan,
A sword from the President of Kazakhstan,
A glass vase, symbolic gifts, and art pieces from Prince Karim Aga Khan IV,
A sword from the former Ambassador of Tajikistan to Japan, G. Bobozoda,
A vase from FSB Director of Russia, N.K. Patrushev,
A "Lali" gem from the Ambassador of Sri Lanka, S.S. Virasuriya,
The "Order of Peter the Great" from the Russian Academy of Security,
A gold-plated dish from Turkey,
A silver cup from former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad,
A silver souvenir from Malaysia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
A special UN award,
Wooden plates and vases from former Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma,
A model of Registan Square from former Uzbek President Islam Karimov,
A pen box from Indian Foreign Minister Ashwan Singh,
A symbolic horse from former Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev, and others.
The museum’s departments include halls of: mineral resources and nature, ancient and medieval history, modern and contemporary history of Tajikistan, fine and folk arts, and the state gift treasury.
In the park area of the new museum building, 22 statues of prominent historical figures are displayed.
Exploring the archaeological artifacts representing the cultural and civilizational legacy of the Tajik people brought inspiration and a renewed spirit to the visitors.
