Muslim Uzbekistan is more known for its decades’ old Soviet buildings than its centuries-old mosques (or at least what’s left of them). Still, there are a few surprises to be found in this arid land. The right room for you awaits at HotelTravel.com.
Uzbekistan was once a major flourishing trade centre on the Silk Road, which connected China and Europe during Roman times. Today it is one of the most intriguing countries in Central Asia, providing visitors with a rich and varied landscape, fascinating history, adventuresome natural environment, and colourful culture. While mostly dry desert and mountains, Uzbekistan also has plenty of lakes and forested lands with which to draw hikers, cyclists, cross country skiers and mountaineers. Its towns are filled with minarets, turquoise domes and ruins and relics from the Silk Road era.
Primarily Muslim, there are plenty of Islamic cultural sights to observe as well as fascinating architecture that abounds in a land considered one of the oldest in human history. The resorts and hotels in Uzbekistan offer hospitality and warmth matched only by the citizen of the country, who are eager to assure visitors the most enjoyable holiday in their homeland.
Uzbekistan’s capital, Tahskent, offers a multitude of cultural activities with its museums and galleries. The city is clean and modern, and affords travellers great choice in accommodation, dining and nightlife. Be sure to book early as Uzbekistan is a growing holiday destination for Asian travellers.
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Uzbekistan is located in central Asia, bordered by Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. In the south and east of the country, the Pamir-Alai and Tien-Shan mountain ranges dominate and the Kyzyl Kum desert is the major feature of the northeast. Tashkent is the country’s capital, set in the Chirchik river valley. Many buildings in the old city were destroyed by a massive earthquake in 1966 and the new construction is of little architectural interest. Samarkand however, which was founded more than 5000 years ago and flourished until the 16th century, boasts many buildings of historical and architectural interest. The city of Bukhara is situated to the west of Samarkand and at one time was famous for being a centre of Islamic learning.
Families will find opportunities for cycling in the lovely Ferghana Valley and hiking in the mountainous regions, as well as parks to enjoy in Uzbekistan’s cities. Tashkent, for example, is surprisingly green, with a number of beautiful parks and fountains. Uzbekistan’s culture is made accessible to young travellers at various attractions and events around the country.
Note that some Muslim festivals fall on different dates every year, as they are timed according to local sightings of different phases of the moon. The exact dates are established by presidential decree.
There is so much for a visitor to see and do in Uzbekistan and deciding on what activities and sights to fit in the time you have here will be a challenge. The Silk Road is a major draw for tourists, with Samarkand figuring in most itineraries; and Bukhara’s importance as one of the holiest of cities and its architectural gems attract many visitors as well. Outdoor activities and adventures abound: from trekking in the mountains to the south of Tashkent, to cycling on the Silk Road, to skiing and snowboarding in the western Tian-Shan, there’s something on offer for every season.
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Uzbekistan Airways (HY), operates four flights each week from London to Tashkent, and also provides service from a number of other cities in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the US, as well as from most cities in Central Asia.
The currency of Uzbekistan is the sum (CYM). One sum is equal to 100 tiyn. Banknotes are found in denominations of Sum 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 25, 10, 5, 3 and 1. Coins are in denominations of 50, 20, 10, 5, 3 and 1 tiyn.
