A huge number of monuments are concentrated in Uzbekistan. Almost all cities have their own unique oriental charm and medieval appearance. Large settlements in the country are located in river valleys and are relatively close to each other, since a large territory of the state is unsuitable for life.
Bread Capital
Of course, for starters, one cannot help but recall Tashkent, without which it is impossible to imagine Uzbekistan. Cities this state witnessed military battles and various historical events. Tashkent is no exception, it played a huge role during the Second World War, since at that time it became a center of evacuation, giving many people shelter and food.
The capital of Uzbekistan is somewhat similar and at the same time unlike the rest of the country's settlements. Tashkent is a large metropolis with a very rich and ancient history, its age is approximately 2200 years.
As for the sights of the city, it is worth highlighting such historical and architectural complexes: the Yunus-Khan mausoleum, Mustakillik square, Abdulkasim madrassah, Sheikhantaur, Hazrati Imam square and others.
Uzbekistan Cities of the Ferghana Valley
Ferghana Valley is the heart of the country. About 7 million people live here, that is, about a third of the state’s population. This valley is located on a large plain near the Syr Darya River. It includes 6 cities: Ferghana, Margilan, Andijan, Shakhimardan, Kokanda, Namangan. Each of them is proud of Uzbekistan.
The city of Ferghana is a large settlement of the eponymous valley. It was founded in 1876 and is located about 420 km from Tashkent. Ferghana is a major center for oil production. Russian architecture, parks and fountains of this place are somewhat reminiscent of St. Petersburg.
Margilan has long been the most important stop on the Silk Road and is considered one of the oldest cities in the Ferghana Valley. Shahimardan is also a rather popular resort, as there are many picturesque mountain lakes and rivers, as well as always cool air.
What else can Uzbekistan boast of? The city of Andijan is also a fairly large settlement of East Ferghana. The first mention of this place was recorded in the 9th century. In the XIII century, the grandson of Genghis Khan honored this city with becoming the capital of Ferghana. In the XIX century, he was part of the Kokand Khanate.
Kokand (translated as "city of the winds") is a relatively young settlement. He was part of a powerful khanate with the same name, which stretched from the Ferghana Valley to Tashkent.
Namagan is the third largest city in Uzbekistan, which houses a myriad of mosques. For a long time he provided the capital with salt.
Uzbekistan: fairy tale cities
The amazing city of Samarkand is the same age as Rome and the second largest in the country. Its main attraction is Registan. This square is surrounded by a large number of ancient buildings, mausoleums and minarets, which sometimes even seems to be just a huge exhibition hall. Such an abundance of multi-colored ornamental paintings, gilding and artsy facing, perhaps, can not be found anywhere else in the world.
In addition to Samarkand, there are several more settlements that Uzbekistan is very proud of. The cities of Bukhara and Khiva amaze the imagination with amazing architectural complexes of different eras.
Shahrisabz, which is located 90 km south of Samarkand, also deserves due attention. Many historical monuments have been preserved here. Remains of the Timur Palace, the crypt of Omar and Jahangir, the Kok-Gumbaz mosque and others.
In addition, there are many more amazing places that majestic Uzbekistan is ready to open for everyone. The cities of this country may well compete in their amazing beauty with other more “untwisted” places of our planet.