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Overland Journal Day 72-81: Tajikistan (Panjakent and Dushanbe)
In the border town of Panjakent we’re met with incredible hospitality at the car workshop, although they don’t have the car parts we need. Undeterred, we drive through the notorious “Tunnel of Death” to the capital Dushanbe, where we’re welcomed at the best Toyota garage we’ve ever encountered. However, our journey takes an unexpected turn when we find ourselves caught in a corrupt power struggle between the customs…
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Overland Journal Day 57-71: Uzbekistan
After 57 days on the road covering over 12.000 kilometers, we arrive in the 13th country of the expedition: Uzbekistan. Leaving the totalitarian state of Turkmenistan brought immense relief, yet lingering paranoia and exhaustion still haunted us. To recuperate, we spent five days in Khiva, an enchanting, meticulously restored, ancient city. Join us as we continue our journey through Central Asia, exploring the historic Silk Road cities of…
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Overland Journal Day 53-56: Turkmenistan
How do we even begin to describe our journey through Turkmenistan? For a few days, we felt like we were in a surreal, alternate universe. Turkmenistan is, without a doubt, the most bizarre country we’ve ever visited. Imagine a land where paranoia under a dictatorship is palpable, where the capital city of Ashgabat gleams with white marble, and where a burning crater blazes in the heart of the…
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Overland Journal Day 41-52: Iran
As we approach the 10,000-kilometer milestone after 52 days of travel, our journey leads us to the enchanting country of Iran. Despite initial nerves about exploring this unfamiliar territory, our apprehensions quickly dissolved upon arrival. Iran greeted us with unmatched warmth and hospitality, leaving us in awe of its rich culture, breathtaking architecture, and the genuine kindness of its people. Border crossing to Iran We felt a bit…
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Overland Journal Day 26-40: Türkiye
We’ve been on the road for 40 days and covered 7200 kilometers, but we’ve barely scratched the surface of our epic adventure! Our journey has taken us through Türkiye’s diverse landscapes. From the touristy west with beautiful bays to the earthquake-stricken east with the most hospitable and welcoming people, Türkiye has stolen our hearts. Pamukkale We waved the hustle and bustle of Istanbul goodbye and headed to the…
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