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'''Tajikistan''' is a country in [[Central Asia]]. Hitchhiking is quite possible there, and [[Anton Krotov]] has called it "the most hospitable country in Central Asia". That opinion is generally shared by travellerstravelers. People come out of their houses to try to drag you into their house to feed you. But as Tajikistan is the poorest country in Central Asia, you may be literally eating THEIR dinner, and they will not accept food or money. If you do eat their food, you should try to at least bring some biscuits/sweets for the kids, as these are never refused.

As in other countries in the area, it's advisable to walk as trafic traffic is scarce and waiting times can be very long. The truck drivers will happily drive you, but a lot of them will kick you out before one of the many police checkpoints. If they don't, the police make them pay a bribe for carrying a foreigner.

On the [[Pamir Highway]] seems to be almost no traffic, but for that reason nearly everybody stops. Most of the vehicles are taxis, and there are very few trucks. A small payment can be expected, make it clear before you enter. Russian language is common. You need special permits for all regions along the Pamir highway, which must be cleared before you enter. Call your responsable responsible embassy for that reason. Be aware of the landmines down in the Panj River.