This week we cross one of the highest plateaus on Earth, facing freezing winds and icy nights—even though it’s the middle of July.
Along the way, we slept inside two abandoned Soviet-era road construction bases, which were once used to maintain the Pamir Highway through brutal winters and summers. These ghostly buildings still carry the memory of workers who kept this vital road alive in one of the harshest environments in the world.
We cycled through multiple high mountain passes and across endless stretches of remote plateau, where the air is thin and every pedal stroke feels like a battle. But the reward is immense: stunning landscapes of raw mountains, endless skies, and silence only broken by the wind.
On the route, we visited two historic villages:
Alichur – A small but culturally rich settlement, surrounded by barren yet striking landscapes. Life here is tough, with cold winds sweeping across the plateau, but the village has been a key stop for travelers for centuries.
Murghab – The largest town in Eastern Pamirs and an important hub on the M41 road. Built during Soviet times, Murghab remains a vital stop for travelers and traders alike, with a unique mix of Tajik, Kyrgyz, and Pamiri influences.
From Murghab, we continue our way north, heading closer to the Kyrgyz border, cycling on remote high-altitude mountain roads where the weather grows harsher with each day.
This stage of the Pamir Highway is both a physical and mental challenge—but it’s also one of the most unforgettable stretches of road in the world.
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