Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is a country in Central Asia, Asia. Its capital is Tashkent, with a population of approximately 35.6M and a total area of 448,978 km². The official language is Uzbek and the currency is the Som (UZS).
📊 Quick Facts about Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan covers an area of 448,978 km² with a population density of 79/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $80.4B ($2,256 per capita) and gained independence in 1991. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Uzbekistan's Samarkand was once the second-most-important city in the Islamic world after Mecca, and a key hub of the ancient Silk Road. The city's Registan Square is considered one of the most beautiful public spaces ever built.
✈️ Travel Information for Uzbekistan
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🏛 Must-See Places in Uzbekistan
Three magnificent 15th–17th century madrasas forming one of the world's most stunning squares
A UNESCO living museum, a 2,500-year-old city whose centre has barely changed in centuries
A UNESCO perfectly preserved medieval desert city enclosed within ancient mud-brick walls
Once the world's 4th largest lake, a haunting landscape of rusting ships in a dried-up seabed
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Uzbekistan
What is the capital of Uzbekistan?
The capital of Uzbekistan is Tashkent.
What continent is Uzbekistan in?
Uzbekistan is located in Asia, in the Central Asia region.
What currency does Uzbekistan use?
Uzbekistan uses the Som (UZS). The international calling code is +998.
What is the GDP of Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan has a GDP of $80.4B, with a GDP per capita of $2,256.
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