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Reasons To
Visit Uzbekistan

  • Architecture

    Crumbing archaeological ruins, imposing Islamic monuments and stark Soviet buildings sit alongside one another in Uzbekistan, a constant reminder of the nation’s chequered and indeed lengthy history.

    Architecture

  • Culture

    Uzbekistan is a Muslim country, but there is a distinctly Russian influence as well. Mosques and local dress contribute to the Central Asian feel, while at night the vodka flows in the local restaurants.

    Culture

  • History

    Uzbekistan's history is dominated by five conquerors, including Alexander the Great and the unstoppable Genghis Khan. Islam took root, slowly, and Soviet rule dominated, oppressively.

    History

  • Markets

    The bazaars and markets of Uzbekistan are vibrant, raucous and exciting, with the national pastime of haggling employed with great vigour. Start low and enjoy the banter!

    Markets

  • Silk Route cities

    The names of Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand inspire today the same excitement and allure as they have done to Silk Road travellers for hundreds of years.

    Silk Route cities

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Excursions in Uzbekistan: Opera or Ballet Trip

The Alisher Navoi Opera House is one of Tashkent's most picturesque buildings. It was originally built by Japanese and Korean prisoners of war in 1947 to the design of Shchusev, the man who built Lenin's tomb.

Opera or Ballet Trip

Tashkent, Uzbekistan
  • Culture & History
  • Shows & Sport Events

The Alisher Navoi Opera House is one of Tashkent's most picturesque buildings. It was originally built by Japanese and Korean prisoners of war in 1947 to the design of Shchusev, the man who built Lenin's tomb. Subsequent renovations have brought out the original's ornate interior decorations, including rooms built in the style of each of the country's most prominent cities.

The singers and musicians here earn only the merest fraction of their counterparts in Western Europe though they are highly skilled. If opera was this cheap in any other country every seat of every performance would be filled. Alas, opera is not a priority for the majority of Uzbeks which explains why the auditorium is often less than half full. Nevertheless it is by far Tashkent's best night-life option and is a magnet for both foreigners and Uzbek intelligentsia alike.

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