Must-see places

1. Samarkand

• Registan Square – Iconic trio of madrasas with stunning tilework.

• Shah-i-Zinda – Breathtaking necropolis with dazzling blue mosaics.

• Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum – The resting place of Timur (Tamerlane).

• Bibi-Khanum Mosque and Siab Bazaar – Historic architecture and local culture.
   

2. Bukhara

• Poi-Kalyan Complex – A masterpiece of minarets, mosques, and madrasas.

• Ark Fortress – Ancient citadel with deep Silk Road history.

• Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble – Peaceful old-town square by the water.

• Chor Minor – Unique four-tower monument.
   

3. Khiva

• Itchan Kala (Old City) – UNESCO World Heritage walled city.

• Kalta Minor Minaret – Striking turquoise tower.

• Kunya-Ark Fortress and Tosh-Hovli Palace – Ornate architecture and courtyards.
   

4. Tashkent – Vibrant and Modern

Tashkent, the capital, is a vibrant, modern city with a mix of Soviet-era architecture,            bustling bazaars, and contemporary culture.

• Chorsu Bazaar – Lively market under a giant turquoise dome.

• Khast-Imam Complex – Home to the famed 7th-century Quran (Uthman Quran).

• Tashkent Metro – Beautifully decorated stations that are attractions themselves.

• Modern cafes, restaurants, and cultural venues make Tashkent a dynamic urban experience.
   

5. Fergana Valley

• Margilan – Traditional silk factories (Yodgorlik Silk Factory).

• Rishtan – Famous for handmade blue ceramics.
   

6. Nukus & the Aral Sea Region

• Nukus Art Museum (Savitsky Museum) – One of the world’s best collections of Soviet avant-garde art.

• Former Aral Sea – A haunting ecological site with rusted ships at Moynaq.
   

7. Mountains & Nature

• Chimgan & Charvak (near Tashkent) – Great for hiking and skiing.

• Nuratau Mountains – Rural homestays, wildlife, and scenic trails.

• Aidarkul Lake – Yurt camps and desert experiences.