Draft:Lolazor (Hisor)

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Lolazor village, Hissor district, Tajikistan

Lolazor village (Hisor)

Lolazor (tajik Лолазор, russian Лолазор ) is a village located among a picturesque mountain range in the Hisor region, Almosi jamoat near the Khanaka River, at a distance of 25 kilometers from the capital, Dushanbe.

Geography and population                                    

The terrain in the village is mountainous with rain-fed lands. The village lies in close proximity to the border of the Varzob region. Lolazor has a population of 837 people living in 116 households (as of September 2023).

The village has a young population of about 30%, a small elderly community, as well as vulnerable groups such as people with disabilities and single mothers.

History                

The village has a fascinating history that the locals pass on from generation to generation. According to the local version, seven Uzbek families who moved from the outskirts of Samarkand settled in the village and settled in their homes. To this day, the Uzbek language remains an integral part of the cultural heritage of the village, although the Tajik language has become the common language of communication between all residents of the village.

Cultural heritage

There are several legends in the village, including the three "plane trees" which are believed to have been growing for over 120-200 years. The village's proximity to historical sites, including the Hisor Fortress, adds to the area's rich historical appeal.

The village is known both in Tajikistan and abroad for its distinctive Toyfi grape varieties and the Hisor sheep breed. Presumably, the Toyfi grapes came to Almosi from the Arabian Peninsula in the 8th century AD along the Great Silk Road, perfectly adapted to the local natural conditions and mountainous terrain, and with the help of experienced folk breeders it was further improved.

Moreover, the village has preserved ancient recipes that were forgotten in other parts of Tajikistan. Some of these dishes, such as Otala Koti (porridge), are made from tree bark and served for breakfast. Other dishes include Oshi Burida noodles, Otalai Sirinigi porridge made from flower buds and grape molasses, Gandum Kucha or Dalda, a dish made from wheat and chickpeas. Some of these dishes are exclusive to this village and are not found anywhere else in Tajikistan. These culinary traditions provide a glimpse into the village's rich cultural heritage.     

Agriculture

The village of Lolazor, and the Almosi jamoat as a whole, has a diversified mountain agricultural system, in which the central role is given to the cultivation of grapes (mainly pink table grapes of the Tayfi variety) and livestock breeding (Hisor breed of sheep). Other crops such as vegetables, wheat, and barley are also grown in the area. Local residents are actively engaged in orchards, which play an important role in ensuring food security and livelihoods for the village population.     

Infrastructure

A fairly good road leads to Lolazor from the Dushanbe-Regar highway through Almosy, and you can also get to the capital from Lolazor along the road through Luchob and Chorbog, which leads to the Varzob highway. In the village there is a secondary school No. 73, a mosque, a guesthouse, taxi stands, a first-aid post, and a teahouse is being built. stadium where traditional buzkashi games, popular among tourists and local residents, are held. The village also has electricity, which, unfortunately, works intermittently in winter. The village has 3G connectivity, but local residents are working on 4G connectivity. There are problems with access to drinking water, so some households have wells installed. The picturesque hillsides are home to numerous vineyards and gardens of local residents. With proper formation of knowledge of sustainability and development of folk crafts, the village has good potential for tourism development. Near the village there are springs and plane trees that are already 250 years old.

Community Challenges

Agriculture plays a critical role in the life of the local community, but farmers in Lolazor face many challenges that affect their lives and incomes. Local residents have been watching precipitation patterns change over the past few years, noting unexpected droughts and unusually hot summers in previous years. In addition, villagers report an increase in the frequency of landslides, which lead to soil degradation and erosion, posing serious challenges to agriculture and livelihoods. The soil no longer has the same level of moisture as before, since the amount of snowfall has decreased significantly. In summer there is a shortage of irrigation water.

Local residents suffer from pasture degradation and shortage. The community also faces power outages during the winter. Due to the lack of jobs, many men are forced to go to work in the Russian Federation.

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