| Alichur | |
|---|---|
| Village and Jamoat | |
 | |
  AlichurLocation in Tajikistan | |
| Coordinates: 37°45′N 73°16′E / 37.750°N 73.267°E / 37.750; 73.267 | |
| Country |  Tajikistan |
| Region | Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region |
| District | Murghob District |
| Population | |
| • Total | 2,242 |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (TJT) |
Alichur is a jamoat (municipality) and village in Murghob District, Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region, Tajikistan. The population of the jamoat is 2,422 (2015). The name of the village means Ali's curse and is reputed to have been spoken by the prophet's son-in-law Ali on a journey through the area, on account of the harsh climate and penetrating winds there.
Government
As of September 2017, the leader of the community was Mahan Atabaev, a poacher turned conservationist.
Ecology
Alichur is participating in a community-based ecological management program called the Burgut conservancy, in an attempt to reverse the depopulation of ibex, bears, Marco Polo sheep and lynx.
Economy
The community generates income from commercial hunting, and intends to expand into eco-tourism.
Education
Alichur has a village school.
References
- Jamoat-level basic indicators, United Nations Development Programme in Tajikistan, accessed 7 October 2020
- Robert, Middleton; Thomas, Huw; Whitlock, Monica (2012). Tajikistan and the High Pamirs : a companion and guide. Hong Kong: Odyssey Books & Guides. ISBN 9789622178182. OCLC 601108352.
- ^ Salopek, Paul (September 20, 2017). "Walking With Animals". National Geographic.
- "Alichur Travel Guide". Caravanistan. Retrieved 2019-03-23.