Tajikistan
Word Search Puzzle
Here's a word search on the country of Tajikistan. The puzzle grid hides 20 words and phrasesAsian, Celebration, Cement, Civil War, Cotton,
Crown, Flagpole, Gems, Glacier, Horseback,
Hydropower, Mountainous, Potato, Silk Road, Tea House,
Villager, Watermelon, Wheat, Opium, Zinc Ore associated with Tajikistan. But there's a twist. Only 18 of these 20 words are actually listed. So you're on your own to find the 2 unlisted ones. A full solution is provided if you get stuck.
By the way, we designed this puzzle to be easily read. Both the puzzle grid and word list are in large 17-point font size. And the puzzle grid, which is 22×20 letters, spans the entire width of the page. This way you won't have to squint.
Fun Facts About Tajikistan
- Tajikistan has the longest glacier outside the polar regions. It stretches 48 miles and is vital for regional water supply.
- Tajikistan is home to the second tallest dam in the world — a mere 20 feet shorter than China's 1,000 footer completed in 2013. However, Tajikistan's future 1,100 foot Rogun Dam will take first place once again.
- Tajikistan has a lake which magically shifts colors from vibrant turquoise to deep blue or even violet throughout the day due to high mineral content and changing light.
- Tajikistan's geography is characterized by extreme mountainous terrain. Over 90% of its land is mountainous. The country's nickname says it all: "Roof of the World."
- Tajikistan is rich in rivers. Over 900 of them exceed 10 kilometers in length. The country provides about 60% of Central Asia's water.
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