Uzbekistan
37,535,605 people+
Population of The Country
447,400 km2km²
Square kilometr
-1°C
Winter aver. temp
+27°C
Summer aver. temp
Let's travel to Uzbekistan culture
Full name of the country:
Republic of Uzbekistan
The Capital City of Uzbekistan:
Tashkent
Area of Uzbekistan:
447,400 km2 km²
Population of Uzbekistan:
37,535,605 people+ people
Visa
Arriving & Transport
Flights Schedule
Trains Schedule
Border Crossings
Reasons To Visit
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October 2025
Registan Square
Samarkand – Registan Square
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Why unique:
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One of the most iconic squares in the world, called the “Pearl of the East.”
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Surrounded by three massive madrasahs (Islamic schools): Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tilya-Kori.
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Covered with blue and gold mosaics, intricate calligraphy, and towering arches.
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Special highlights:
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At night, the square lights up with a magical glow.
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Inside the madrasahs, you’ll find courtyards, domes, and small shops.
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Best for: History lovers, architecture enthusiasts, photographers.
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Getting there:
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Located in central Samarkand, easily accessible from Tashkent (by high-speed train ~2 hours).
EARTH’S UNUSUAL WONDERS
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1
October 2025
Itchan Kala
Khiva – Itchan Kala (Inner Fortress)
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Why unique:
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site – the best-preserved medieval walled city in Central Asia.
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Walking inside feels like entering a living museum.
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Surrounded by massive mud-brick walls, with minarets, mosques, and caravanserais.
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Special highlights:
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Kalta Minor Minaret – a short, fat turquoise-tiled minaret (legend says it was left unfinished).
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Juma Mosque with 213 carved wooden columns (some from the 10th century).
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Sunset from the city walls – unforgettable.
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Best for: Travelers who want to step back into the Silk Road era.
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Getting there:
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In western Uzbekistan, near Urgench. You can fly from Tashkent (~1.5 hours) or take a train
EARTH’S UNUSUAL WONDERS
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1
October 2025
Ark Fortress & Historic Center
Bukhara – Ark Fortress & Historic Center
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Why unique:
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Once the capital of the Bukhara Emirate and a major Silk Road hub.
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The Ark Fortress was the residence of Bukhara’s rulers for centuries.
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The old town is packed with mosques, madrasahs, and bazaars.
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Special highlights:
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Ark Fortress – massive walls, throne room, and old palaces.
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Poi Kalyan Complex – huge minaret (once called the “Tower of Death” because criminals were thrown off it).
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Traditional bazaars under domed roofs (still active today).
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Best for: History buffs, culture lovers, and those who enjoy wandering old streets.
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Getting there:
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Located between Samarkand and Khiva.
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Connected by train and flights from Tashkent
EARTH’S UNUSUAL WONDERS
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1 October 2025
Registan Square
Samarkand – Registan Square
-
Why unique:
-
One of the most iconic squares in the world, called the “Pearl of the East.”
-
Surrounded by three massive madrasahs (Islamic schools): Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tilya-Kori.
-
Covered with blue and gold mosaics, intricate calligraphy, and towering arches.
-
-
Special highlights:
-
At night, the square lights up with a magical glow.
-
Inside the madrasahs, you’ll find courtyards, domes, and small shops.
-
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Best for: History lovers, architecture enthusiasts, photographers.
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Getting there:
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Located in central Samarkand, easily accessible from Tashkent (by high-speed train ~2 hours).
-
EARTH’S UNUSUAL WONDERS
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1 October 2025
Itchan Kala
Khiva – Itchan Kala (Inner Fortress)
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Why unique:
-
A UNESCO World Heritage Site – the best-preserved medieval walled city in Central Asia.
-
Walking inside feels like entering a living museum.
-
Surrounded by massive mud-brick walls, with minarets, mosques, and caravanserais.
-
-
Special highlights:
-
Kalta Minor Minaret – a short, fat turquoise-tiled minaret (legend says it was left unfinished).
-
Juma Mosque with 213 carved wooden columns (some from the 10th century).
-
Sunset from the city walls – unforgettable.
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Best for: Travelers who want to step back into the Silk Road era.
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Getting there:
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In western Uzbekistan, near Urgench. You can fly from Tashkent (~1.5 hours) or take a train
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EARTH’S UNUSUAL WONDERS
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1 October 2025
Ark Fortress & Historic Center
Bukhara – Ark Fortress & Historic Center
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Why unique:
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Once the capital of the Bukhara Emirate and a major Silk Road hub.
-
The Ark Fortress was the residence of Bukhara’s rulers for centuries.
-
The old town is packed with mosques, madrasahs, and bazaars.
-
-
Special highlights:
-
Ark Fortress – massive walls, throne room, and old palaces.
-
Poi Kalyan Complex – huge minaret (once called the “Tower of Death” because criminals were thrown off it).
-
Traditional bazaars under domed roofs (still active today).
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Best for: History buffs, culture lovers, and those who enjoy wandering old streets.
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Getting there:
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Located between Samarkand and Khiva.
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Connected by train and flights from Tashkent
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EARTH’S UNUSUAL WONDERS
Must see places
Ancient City Walls of Khiva
the Khorezm fortress
Tombs of Shah-i Zinde in Semerkand