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Uzbekistan Visa Requirements To Visit Samarkand
April 21st, 2010
This week's featured UNESCO World Heritage Site was founded in the 7th century BC. Many people today have never heard of the ancient city of Samarkand, but it was once one of the most important cities in Asia.
Samarkand is located in modern-day Uzbekistan, and was once an important stop on the Silk Road, the great trade route that connected China with Europe.
It was also the location of the first paper mill in the Islamic world, and for a long time it was an important center of Islamic study. In the 14th century, the Mongol warlord Tamerlane made Samarkand his capital, bringing in artists and artisans from all over his empire.
The traces of this long, distinguished history linger in Samarkand today, making it a beautiful and interesting place to visit. It was added to the UNESCO
Adventure Travel In Uzbekistan: How to Get an Uzbekistan Visa
November 22nd, 2009
If your idea of a great vacation is relaxing somewhere comfortable, doing as little as possible, then Uzbekistan is probably not for you. However, if you enjoy adventure travel packed with outdoor activities, Uzbekistan is a wonderful option that is often overlooked.
Uzbekistan's outdoor attractions include skiing, which is a popular activity in the Chimgan-Beldersay region near the city of Tashkent; mountaineering, rock-climbing and hiking. Horseback riding and hang gliding are also popular, especially on Greater Chimgan mountain in Ugam-Chatkal National Park.
Due to its location on the ancient Great Silk Road, Uzbekistan also has many stunning archaeological and architectural sights. For example, the city of Samarkand is a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its ancient history and
