Heart of the Fann Mountains: Iskanderkul Through the Ages

Lake Iskanderkul, nestled in the Fann Mountains of Tajikistan, holds not only icy waters but also a rich history stretching back centuries. It is believed that the lake was named after Alexander the Great, who in local tradition was called Iskander Zulqarnain — “the Two-Horned” — after his helmet adorned with two horns.