Tashkent
Uzbekistan · 2 nights
Tashkent is a city, where ancient tales and contemporary life breathe simultaneously, forming a peaceful, but vibrant ambience. It is the cultural centre of Uzbekistan, rich in culture, colour, and hospitality, making it the heart of cultural tourism in Tashkent. The city is open, green and easy to navigate with wide streets, green parks and clean spaces. The city is also characterised by beautiful metro stations, each of which is a small artwork. Exploring these stations is easy with a dedicated Tashkent Metro architecture tour. Traditional markets, particularly, Chorsu Bazaar, are vibrant, local tastes and smiling faces. Tashkent is a mixture of old and new design, ancient mosques and modern cafes and shopping centers. The cuisine in this country is abundant and comforting, and such dishes as plov unite people. It is a very safe and the most peaceful Central Asian capital and ideal to travel with ease. Museums and theatres narrate about the past and glorify art and creativity in the present. Tashkent is a soft loveliness, a place of quiet, friendly folk, and a sense that lingers long after you are gone. Capital: Tashkent Population: ~3 million International Airport: Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport Currency: Uzbekistani Som (UZS) Time Zone: UZT (UTC +5) Driving Side: Right Main Electricity: 220V / 50Hz Religion: Islam (majority)
