Why visit
Uzbekistan is Silk Road travel. Samarkand's Registan, Bukhara's madrasas, Khiva's walled old town. All linked by fast train at reasonable prices.
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Uzbekistan
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At a glance
Location
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
- 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.
- The Aral Sea: once the world's fourth-largest lake: has almost entirely disappeared within Uzbekistan's borders.
Bordering Uzbekistan
Traveler notes
- Visa-free for 90 days for most Western passports
- High-speed train Tashkent-Samarkand in 2 hours
- Plov is the national dish; try it in every region
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Tashkent, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Frequently asked about Uzbekistan
What is the capital of Uzbekistan?
Tashkent is the capital of Uzbekistan.
What currency does Uzbekistan use?
Uzbekistan uses the Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm), ISO code UZS.
What languages are spoken in Uzbekistan?
The primary languages are Russian and Uzbek.
Is Uzbekistan landlocked?
Yes, Uzbekistan is landlocked: it has no sea coastline.
What countries border Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan borders Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan.
What is the international calling code for Uzbekistan?
The calling code is +998.
When is the best time to visit Uzbekistan?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Check current weather and local events before booking.
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