Uzbekistan

Area: 447,4 square kilometers;
Population: more than 26 million people;
Average population density is 59.4 people for 1 sq. km;
State language: Uzbek;
Capital: Tashkent;
Currency unit: Sum;

Uzbekistan has been the UN, OSCE member since 1992. It is a member of CIS since 1991.
Uzbekistan — “the land of the Uzbeks” — is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Located in the heart of Central Asia on the Ancient Silk Road, Uzbekistan is a double-landlocked country surrounded by Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan.

Tashkent is the capital of the Republic of Uzbekistan. It is situated in the Northeast of the Republic, in the middle part of the Chirchik-Angren oasis. It is one of the ancient cities in Central Asia. Its history is more than 2 thousand years. In different periods Tashkent was called Chach, Shash, Bin-ket.
Uzbekistan is a multinational Republic. The main part of the population is the Uzbeks (more than 71%). In anthropological terms, these people are of mixed descent. The Uzbeks refer to the south Caucasians of Central Asian Mesopotamia. At the same time, a strong Mongoloid influence is traced in their formation. The literary Uzbek language belongs to the Karluk group of the Western branch of Turkic languages. There are many different dialects in the spoken language. There is a deep historical connection between the Tajik and Uzbek languages. It reveals in phonetics, syntax, and especially in vocabulary.
The official language of Uzbekistan is Uzbek. The Russian language is widely spread in the country and the Tajik language in many areas.

The representatives of other Turkic nations live in Uzbekistan: the Kazakhs (4,1%), Kyrgyz, Turkmen, Uigurs, and Tatars. In addition, there is a large community of Tajiks speaking the Iranian language (4.7%). A significant part of the population is the Russian and Russian-speaking nations. The total number of them is about 16%. The Koreans, Arabs, Central Asian Gypsies and Jews, Germans, and many others live also here. Uzbekistan‘s population is rapidly increasing.
Uzbekistan is the Republic. The president is the head of the government and executive power. Legislative power is implemented by the Parliament – People’s Assembly (Oliy Majlis).
Religion. According to the official data, the Uzbeks are Muslims – 88 % (generally Sunnites), orthodox – 9 %. 16 religious confessions are registered in Uzbekistan. The Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan proclaims freedom of conscience for all. According to the Constitution, everyone has the right to profess any religion or no religion. The forced implanting of religious views is also unacceptable.

The climate is sharply continental. The average temperature in January is +4 °C to −8 °C; July +22 °C to +42 °C. The average annual rainfall in the plains is 90-580 mm., and in the mountainous regions – 460-910 mm.
People in Uzbekistan are friendly and good-tempered. Uzbekistan is a multinational Republic.

Traditional dances are popular in Uzbekistan. Music and art play an important role in the cultural life of Uzbekistan. National and international festivals are regularly held around the country.

Historical places, culture, national cuisine, and opportunities for active rest will interest even the most experienced travelers. Whether you are traveling en route through Uzbekistan or staying for a few weeks, you will find much more interesting and exciting to see in Uzbekistan.
State holidays:
January 1 – New Year
March 8 – Women’s Day
March 21 – Navruz (Islamic New Year)
May 9 – Memorial Day
September 1 – Independence Day
October 1 – Teacher’s Day
December 8 – Constitution Day.
There are other religious holidays with varying dates: Ruza Khait and Kurban Khait

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