Euronews publishes an article on the tourism potential of Uzbekistan

The article notes that Uzbekistan is located in the center of the legendary Silk Road, between China, the Middle East and Europe, which allows us to offer tourists a unique combination of the ancient and modern world, as well as introduce them to many opportunities for eco- and agrotourism.

It is worth noting that the foreign publication emphasized the importance of the reforms carried out under the leadership of the head of state aimed at improving the tourism image of Uzbekistan.

“First Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism Ulugbek Azamov emphasizes that the role of the head of state in these changes is very important. He believes that a number of liberal reforms carried out by the government, such as the relaxation of the visa regime, also contribute to the development of tourism,” the publication says.

The article notes that as a result of the above reforms, now citizens of 93 countries, including all EU member states and the UK, can visit Uzbekistan without a visa, and citizens of more than 50 states have the opportunity to visit the country with electronic visas.

In addition, according to the Euronews website, tourists visiting the theaters and museums of our modern capital Tashkent or the ancient mosques and minarets of the Islamic city of Bukhara will witness that Uzbekistan has a unique history.

“We have always had such potential,” says Azamov. “We have UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such ancient and modern cities as Samarkand, Bukhara, Shakhrisabz. At the moment, we have fully realized our potential,” the article says.

In turn, Euronews also mentioned Samarkand and Bukhara separately. In particular, Samarkand has been identified as the “Crossroads of Cultures” due to its location between the Middle East and East Asia.

"Samarkand is the most convenient place to start a trip in Uzbekistan. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Central Asia, whose roots go back to the 6th century BC. The city where the Registan Jami Mosque is located, considered one of the most recognized mosques in the world, is the gateway to Uzbekistan,” the article says.

The article emphasizes that the history of the city of Bukhara is more than 2500 years old, and its architecture is more than 1000 years old. In addition, one of the oldest hammams in the world, "Bozori Kord", is described as "a great place to relax after a long day of walking".

Euronews noted that ecotourism is also developing in Uzbekistan:

“You should visit the Ugam-Chatkal National Park, located in the far north-east of the country, because it is rich in unique flora and fauna, and is also home to mammals such as snow leopards and red foxes. Also around Mount Chatkal you can find ancient drawings from 1000-2000. BC.".

At the same time, the gastronomic tourism of Uzbekistan did not go unnoticed by foreign publications.

“When you are in Uzbekistan, be sure to try their food. Naturally, you will like barbecues cooked on coals, tandoor kebab, pilaf, dried fruits and other products. Traditional Uzbek bread will also make a huge impression on you," the article notes.