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The three-star Avesto Hotel lies in the centre of Dushanbe on Rudaki Avenue. This hotel is cosy, affordable and a superb base to explore, with many of the capital’s favourite sights easy to reach on foot. Dushanbe’s main mosque is a five-minute stroll from the hotel, and in 10 minutes you could be learning curious tales of the country’s rich history at the National Museum of Tajikistan. Then there’s Rudaki Park, with its iconic statue and cloud-piercing flagpole, just 20 minutes’ walk away. You’ll also have cafés, restaurants, shops and theatres on your doorstep.

Inside the foyer, you’ll find quirky features like a grand stained-glass window, alongside a 24-hour front desk where the hotel’s staff will be on hand to help with anything you need throughout your stay in Dushanbe. From here, you can head to the restaurant for breakfast or wander outside to the vibrant and tranquil gardens, where the city’s locals often like to hang out. All rooms at Avesto Hotel have a private balcony with views over the mountains, as well as an en-suite bathroom, flat-screen TV, coffee machine, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.