Uzbekistan places: Tashkent to Khiva, 7 stops on the map
Explore Tashkent, Uzbekistan's modern capital and largest city in Central Asia, featuring the extensive Soviet-era metro system with uniquely designed stations, contemporary shopping centers, and the historic Chorsu Bazaar that has operated for over 2,000 years.
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- Taking the train
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- Khiva
- Stops
- 7
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Stops on this route
- Taking the train — Historic rail network connecting Uzbekistan's major cities, offering scenic journeys through deserts and mountains while providing authentic glimpses of Central Asian landscapes…
- Tashkent — Capital and largest city of Central Asia, featuring a modern metro system with uniquely designed stations and a blend of contemporary architecture with traditional markets.
- Chorsu Bazaar
- Magic City
- Samarkand — Historic Silk Road city known for stunning Islamic architecture, ancient monuments, and its significance as a major cultural center in Central Asia.
- Bukhara — Ancient trading hub on the Silk Road featuring preserved medieval architecture, historic mosques, and bazaars representing Central Asian heritage.
- Khiva — Walled city in western Uzbekistan with well-preserved traditional architecture, ancient Islamic monuments, and historic city gates from the Silk Road era.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Use Yandex Go (Uber equivalent) for affordable private car transport. A taxi ride in Tashkent costs around 90p.
- Transport
- Tashkent metro tickets cost 19p and can be paid with credit cards. Each station has different Islamic architecture designs.
- Food
- Visit Chorsu Bazaar, a 2,000-year-old market with fresh pomegranate juice (£1.50 for freshly squeezed), traditional meat dishes, and warm bread from traditional ovens.
- Save money
- Korean Town ramen meal with 2 drinks costs £10 for two people. One of the cheapest ramen prices available.
- Food
- Ice cream at Magic City costs around 30p per serving.
- Tip
- Magic City (Uzbekistan's Disneyland replica) is free to enter. Zipline activity costs £3. Features miniature landmarks including Tower Bridge and Big Ben.
- Transport
- Train travel from Tashkent to Samarkand available. Conductor upgrades to private cabin with 2 beds for 2-hour journey cost £16.
- Food
- Samarkand markets have affordable silk scarves starting at 40,000 som (roughly £3) and cotton cloths at similar prices.
- Avoid
- Some areas (like Korean Town shops) prohibit filming with cameras due to heavy surveillance. Use phones instead.
- Tip
- 90% of cars in Tashkent are Chevrolets due to government support and local manufacturing, making them more affordable than imported vehicles.
- Save money
- Tashkent described as one of the cheapest cities on the planet. Foreign tourism increased 30% in first four months of the year.
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