Why visit
Tashkent is Uzbekistan's rebuilt capital, with Soviet-era avenues, metro stations, markets, Islamic manuscripts, and rail links to Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. It is the modern gateway to Silk Road routes.
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Tashkent at a glance
City population
2.0 million
Elevation
424 m
1,391 ft
Time zone
UTC+5
Asia/Tashkent
Airport
TAS
Tashkent International Airport
Uzbekistan at a glance
Country center
41.0°, 64.0°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
447,400 km²
172,742 mi²
Country population
35.2 million
79/km²
Subregion
Central Asia
Currency
Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm)
UZS
Dial
+998
Languages
Russian, Uzbek
Demonym
Uzbekistani
Internet
.uz
UN
Member state
ISO code
UZ / UZB
Where in the world
41.0° - 64.0°
Uzbekistan
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Did you know
- Tashkent was rebuilt on a large scale after a major earthquake in 1966.
- The city's metro stations are known for decorative Soviet-era design.
- Tashkent's ornate metro stations were a photography-restricted military secret until the ban lifted in 2018.
- Uzbekistan is one of only two doubly landlocked countries on earth (you have to cross at least two countries to reach an ocean). The other is Liechtenstein.
- Samarkand was the capital of Tamerlane's empire and a key city on the Silk Road.
Bordering Uzbekistan
Traveler notes
- Tashkent metro stations are architectural stops in themselves
- Chorsu Bazaar is the main market landmark
- High-speed rail links the city to Samarkand
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Tashkent
What currency is used in Tashkent?
Tashkent uses the Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm), ISO code UZS.
What languages are spoken in Uzbekistan?
The primary languages are Russian and Uzbek.
What is the international calling code for Uzbekistan?
The calling code is +998.
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Check current weather and local events before booking.
What airport serves Tashkent?
Tashkent International Airport (IATA: TAS).
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