Best 3 Days in Tashkent | Discover the Heart of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
After a restful overnight bus from Bishkek, I arrived in Tashkent-the capital of Uzbekistan-feeling a mix of curiosity and anticipation. The city was far larger and more spread out than Bishkek or Almaty, with grand avenues, wide boulevards, and a slightly more formal air. It felt like a city that had seen empires rise and fall-and was still standing proud.
The morning light revealed Tashkent鈥檚 blend of the old and the new. I began by exploring Amir Timur Square, where a statue of the legendary conqueror stood imposingly over flower beds and fountains. The square itself felt more European than I expected-almost Parisian in scale-but with a distinct Uzbek flair.
For lunch, I tried naryn, a cold noodle dish with finely chopped horse meat. The flavours were subtle, and the texture surprisingly delicate. As in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, tea flowed freely and without fuss-always hot, never rushed.
In the afternoon, I walked through Broadway Street (Sayilgoh)-a lively pedestrian area with stalls, street artists and the distant sound of Uzbek pop music. I ended the day at a quiet park bench, watching locals enjoy the evening air, while I rested from the long journey and bustling atmosphere. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
The morning light revealed Tashkent鈥檚 blend of the old and the new. I began by exploring Amir Timur Square, where a statue of the legendary conqueror stood imposingly over flower beds and fountains. The square itself felt more European than I expected-almost Parisian in scale-but with a distinct Uzbek flair.
For lunch, I tried naryn, a cold noodle dish with finely chopped horse meat. The flavours were subtle, and the texture surprisingly delicate. As in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, tea flowed freely and without fuss-always hot, never rushed.
In the afternoon, I walked through Broadway Street (Sayilgoh)-a lively pedestrian area with stalls, street artists and the distant sound of Uzbek pop music. I ended the day at a quiet park bench, watching locals enjoy the evening air, while I rested from the long journey and bustling atmosphere. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Best 3 Days in Tashkent | Discover the Heart of Uzbekistan
Guide Location: Uzbekistan » Tashkent
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Mark Vella Gera
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Guide Location: Uzbekistan » Tashkent
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Mark Vella Gera
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Amir Timur Square
- Afsona Restaurant
- Sayilgoh
- Chorsu Bazaar
- Memory of Martyrs Park
- Minor Mosque
- Mustaqillik Maydoni
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