Uzbekistan
Asia · Country #124
Did you know?
Uzbekistan is home to the ancient Silk Road cities of Samarkand and Bukhara, which were once among the most important cultural and trading hubs in the world.
My Experience
Visiting Uzbekistan in the middle of summer wasn’t my brightest idea. Temperatures regularly climbed above 100°F, making even a short walk outside feel exhausting. I started my trip in the capital, Tashkent, a modern city with wide, tree-lined streets, bustling parks, and a mix of Soviet-era buildings and contemporary architecture that offered an interesting contrast to the country’s ancient past.
From there, I took the high-speed train to Samarkand, one of the most important cities along the Silk Road, the vast network of trade routes that connected China with Europe and the Middle East for centuries. Despite the relentless heat, wandering through its turquoise domes, intricate mosaics, and magnificent madrasas was worth every drop of sweat. Standing in a city where merchants, explorers, and pilgrims from across the world once crossed paths, it’s easy to understand why Uzbekistan became one of history’s great centers of culture and commerce.
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