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Tashkent, Uzbekistan
About the city
Tashkent is the capital and largest city of Uzbekistan, as well as an important political, economic, and cultural center in Central Asia. It has a long history dating back over 2,000 years and was significantly shaped by the Silk Road and later Soviet-era development. Today, the city combines modern infrastructure with historical landmarks such as Khast Imam Square and the Chorsu Bazaar. Tashkent is also known for its wide streets, green parks, and rapidly growing urban landscape.
Sightseeing Tours
Participants may join optional sightseeing tours highlighting the region’s cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
The tour costs 1,800,000 UZS per person. It includes transportation (transfer), lunch, and entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Registan
    Registan Square is the most famous historical landmark in Samarkand and one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in Central Asia. Built between the 15th and 17th centuries, it is surrounded by three magnificent madrasahs: the Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tilya-Kori Madrasahs. Today, Registan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and remains one of Uzbekistan's most visited cultural and architectural attractions.
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  • Gur-Emir Mausoleum
    The Gur-Emir Mausoleum is one of Samarkand's most iconic monuments and the final resting place of the conqueror Timur (Tamerlane). Built in the early 15th century, it is renowned for its striking turquoise dome, intricate tilework, and richly decorated interior. The mausoleum is considered a masterpiece of Timurid architecture and has influenced the design of many later monuments across Central Asia.
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  • Shah-i-Zinda Complex
    The Shah-i-Zinda Complex is one of the most remarkable architectural ensembles in Samarkand, renowned for its beautifully decorated mausoleums and vibrant blue tilework. Dating from the 11th to the 15th centuries, the complex reflects the artistic and architectural achievements of the Timurid era. Today, it is one of Uzbekistan's most important historical and religious landmarks, attracting visitors from around the world.
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  • Bibi Khanum Mosque
    The Bibi-Khanym Mosque is one of the largest and most magnificent historical mosques in Central Asia. Commissioned by Timur in the early 15th century after his campaign in India, it was designed to symbolize the power and grandeur of his empire. Today, the mosque is a major landmark of Samarkand and an outstanding example of Timurid architecture.
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