Here are links to our stories from Uzbekistan.
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Best Sites To Visit In Central Asia
The countries that make up Central Asia have colourful cultures that are diverse as their landscapes. If you’ve considered travelling to these fascinating lands but don’t know where to begin, we have laid out what we think are the Best Sites To Visit In Central Asia.
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Uzbekistan’s Fergana Valley
As the train drove toward Fergana Valley in eastern Uzbekistan we crossed through the arid Qurama Mountains. At Kamchik Pass the train had climbed to an elevation of 1,800 m and the interior of the once steamy train, finally began to cool down. The mountains were glowing in the evening sun and we were excited…
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Visit The Walled City of Khiva
Standing on the watchtower we felt like we were on a magic carpet ride, high above the walled city of Khiva. Below us we could see the undulating top of the wall that contained the magical Old City. Before us was a town full of minarets, domed roofs and arched gates. Old Khiva had just…
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Bukhara, A Silk Road City
The tall minaret glowed from the final rays of the setting sun. Upon seeing the magnificent tower we understood how its awe-inspiring look impresses everyone who sees it, including the brutal warrior Genghis Kahn.
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Samarkand – Avenue Of Mausoleums
As we reached the top of the stairs, the stunning Avenue of Mausoleums was right before us. We couldn’t believe our eyes. In front of us was a narrow walkway bordered on each side by the bright blue tiled walls of four historic mausoleums. It is one of the most amazing entrances to a site…
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Samarkand – Amir Temur Mausoleum
As we approached Amir Temur Mausoleum, we could see a fantastic wall of colourful tiles laid in gorgeous flowery patterns underneath a beautiful teal dome. On either side, tall minarets decorated in blue, glazed brick provide the perfect balance. The aesthetics of the site are said to be the inspiration for later architecture in Agra…
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Samarkand – Registan Square
Prepare to be awed by the architecture in Samarkand, Uzbekistan where bright blue tiles and painted bricks decorate the mausoleums, madrasahs and mosques. The three historical madrasahs in Registan Square are the best place to begin your exploration of this city.
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Elaborate Metro Stations in Tashkent
Stepping off the metro was like walking into a fantasy world. Unlike most drab and dreary metro stations around the world, the stations in the Uzbekistan capital are decorated in unexpected colours and styles. Come with us as we share with you the elaborate metro stations of Tashkent.
