The majority of the population of Uzbekistan is ethnic Uzbeks, which are Turkic communities, however, there are significant minority groups of Russians. The majority of the population is Muslim. However, there are Orthodox Christians and Buddhists, Jews and Jews who reside within the country. Uzbeks, like their Central Asian counterparts, are popular for their warmth and friendly. It is traditional to shake hands with people and ask them questions regarding their families or health issues, as well as personal lives.

Uzbekistan tours allow you to experience the local cuisine and impart some of your tips with other. A typical meal might include dishes such as palov (rice) that is mixed with carrots, onions, and meat, or mutton cooked in an oven called a Tandir. Uzbeks can also indulge in manti dumplings, also known as dumplings, and various types of Kebabs. There is a wide variety of Uzbek cuisine with traditional black and green teas, in addition to drinking yogurt, which is known as the ayran. While Uzbekistan is a majority Muslim nation, it’s secular, which means you can taste local wines produced in the region.

Uzbekistan is part of the group of Central Asian countries between Asia and the Middle East. Its neighbors are Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan. Uzbekistan has a coastline that runs along the Aral Sea as well as the huge, but shallow, lake Sarygamysh. A majority of the country’s surface is covered by the Kyzyl Kum, also known as the ‘red sand’ desert, and only a small area of fertile land within the Fergana Valley. Uzbekistan’s mountains comprise the Tian Shan Range in the south of the country.

Uzbekistan’s bazaars can be a shopper’s paradise. Haggling here is not only an opportunity to make money and have a good time. The Tashkent markets, and especially the Chorsu Bazaar, are great for uncovering bargains. Shop for soviet memorabilia such as stamps and portraits of Lenin, and military uniforms and the hats. Other local souvenirs include light and intricately patterned pottery vivid clothing and rugs and jewelry made with traditional silver. With its endless rows of fresh fruits and vegetables, smiling people, and beautiful bazaars at Bukhara it is among of the most photographed destinations in the world.

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