Was told this morning that border crossing to penjikent is closed. Little bit dissappointed. Planning now to use the 5h drive away crossing near ... Just forgot. That one is closer to dushanbe anyway. Walk around town towards afrosiab. Met young girl with mum on their way to holy place for spiritual help. She has to give a talk at college and is nervous. Got invited along. Then back to town and visit zin i ... Awesome! Internet research to check if denau crossing is open. More sahslik, beer only.