Samarkand—Voru village—Samarkand
Voru village, Tajikistan
Voru is one of the oldest villages in Tajikistan, located at an altitude of 2,200 meters in the Sughd region of northern Tajikistan, within the Fann Mountains. Positioned in the western Fann Mountains and the northern part of the Gisar range, it lies east of the well-known trekking site, Seven Lakes (Haftkul). The village is surrounded by stunning mountain lakes, including Lake Alo in the Amshud Gorge at approximately 3,000 meters, as well as Lake Khushkhunda and Lake Nahang. Visitors are drawn to Voru for its unique traditional architecture, authentic rural lifestyle, and breathtaking natural surroundings. It is a highlight of many Northern Tajikistan tours.