Pamir Villages

High-altitude Central Asian settlements.

Overview

Pamir Villages, using stone and mud, are traditional settlements in the Pamir Mountains, Tajikistan.

Core Characteristics

• Stone and mud-brick homes.
• Flat roofs, compact layouts.
• Vernacular mountain design.

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Cultural focus.
• Residential: Villages.
• Central Asian Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Built by local communities, they adapt to harsh mountain climates.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Mud-Brick Construction (technique), Environmental Adaptation (theory), Wall (element), Vernacular (movement)