Day 01
Tashkent's Cultural Landmarks and Museums
- Museum of Applied Arts: Discover a unique representation of Uzbek traditional art and craftsmanship, housed in the former residence of Russian diplomat Alexander Polovtsov.
- Tashkent Railway Museum: Explore the chronological development of Uzbekistan's remarkable railway system.
- Independence Square: Visit the main square of Tashkent, home to the Parliament House of Uzbekistan, a large garden, and the WWII memorial complex along the Anhor channel.
- Romanov's Palace: See the former residence of the Romanov royal family, an unusual historical monument in Tashkent.
- Amir Temur Square: Explore one of the central squares of Tashkent, surrounded by several historical landmarks.
- First Bank of Uzbekistan: View this building from the Russian period.
- Hotel Uzbekistan: See this significant Soviet Union project.
- Tashkent Chimes: Admire the landmark tower clocks of Tashkent.
- Broadway (Sayilgoh): Stroll along this wide pedestrian area connecting Amir Temur Square and Independence Square.
- Amir Temur Museum: Built in 1996 on the initiative of the first president of Uzbekistan, this museum houses more than 5,000 exhibits related to Amir Temur and his dynasty.
- Central Asian Pilov Center: Visit the place where the famous Uzbek traditional meal is cooked in giant ovens, representing the country's amazing national cuisine.
- Tashkent TV Tower: See the second-tallest structure among the Commonwealth of Independent States, built during the Soviet era, from the outside.
- Memorial Complex of Victims of Political Repressions: Visit this memorial, built after independence by the government of Uzbekistan.
- Rakhimov's Art Studio: Experience Uzbek traditional pottery craftsmanship led by a local third-generation ceramist family.
