Tashkent city tour
Tashkent
Tashkent city tour
Tashkent sprawls in all directions from its focal point — Amir Timur Square. It is here that you can see Uzbekistan's curious elevation of Tamerlane to national hero.
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A little-visited but tremendously rewarding destination, Uzbekistan sits on the path of the ancient Silk Route and offers visitors a wealth of things to do. The country's fascinating history is the source of most attractions and activities, with the three architectural jewels of the Silk Route, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva well worth exploring for their dazzling structures and vibrant bazaars.
In Samarkand the monumentally ornate edifices of Registan Square are among the oldest madrasas in the world, Bukhara is renowned for its extraordinary mosques and minarets, while Khiva’s well-preserved old city is like an open-air museum piece.
In Samarkand the monumentally ornate edifices of Registan Square are among the oldest madrasas in the world, Bukhara is renowned for its extraordinary mosques and minarets, while Khiva’s well-preserved old city is like an open-air museum piece.
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Ideas for experiencing Uzbekistan
Experiences you have as you travel often hold the longest memories. As part of their research trips, our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know Uzbekistan, and the best local guides. These activities reflect some of their best-loved experiences.
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Tashkent city tour ![Statue of Amir Timur, Tashkent]()
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Opera or ballet trip ![Tashkent, Uzbekistan]()
Opera or ballet trip
TashkentOpera 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.
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Bukhara city tour ![The Ark walls, Bukhara]()
Bukhara city tour
BukharaBukhara city tour
The sheer quantity of sights here means most visitors cannot see everything. One of the city’s most recognizable monuments is the Kalon mosque and minaret complex. Climbing up this 46 meter ornamental minaret rewards you with a stunning view over the whole city and the biggest Friday mosque in Bukhara.
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Urgut town visit ![Cloth Trader, Urgut Market, Uzbekistan]()
Urgut town visit
SamarkandUrgut town visit
Not far from Samarkand, high in the hills next to the Tajik border, is the town of Urgut. It has one of the best rural markets in Uzbekistan and the people here have their own distinct culture.
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Samarkand city tour ![Ceiling Detail, Gur Amir Mausoleum, Samarkand, Uzbekistan]()
Samarkand city tour
SamarkandSamarkand city tour
Unlike Bukhara, where walking from sight to sight is possible, Samarkand's attractions are spread right across the city. Starting in the center, the Mosque of Bibi-Khanym dominates the skyline. It was once the biggest mosque in the world and has been partially rebuilt with UNESCO help.
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Khiva walking tour ![Ancient city walls of Khiva]()
Khiva walking tour
KhivaKhiva walking tour
Khiva is a walker's town, with most of the monuments within a short distance of each other. The minaret is Khiva's highest point and, if you can climb all 118 steps, you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the town and the desert beyond.
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