Yes, everything is, so to speak, “in person,” and bargaining is a must — it’s the East, after all. If you’re going from Osh, I can’t really advise, bu...
Hello! There’s basically one “platform” there — the former motor depot 2927 in Dushanbe. That’s exactly where drivers who transport passengers along t...
In Termez there is no historical center like in Samarkand or Bukhara. All historical sights are outside the city, because throughout its history — and...
Go to Osh Bazaar.
I don’t have up-to-date info. There are queues there more often than at Chernyaevka. But overall it’s usually okay if it’s not peak time. If you’re lu...
Chernyaevka is still closed for now. The Kaplanbek customs checkpoint is operating. On the Uzbek side it’s the Navoi border checkpoint.Shared taxis fr...
The Old City – Icherisheher: mosques, minarets, the remains of the caravanserais “Multani” and “Bukhara,” ancient bathhouses, etc.– The Palace of the ...
About the carpet factory — give them a call, check it out, it’s really interesting. I found their business card, it was still in my wallet. What I esp...
It depends on the quality and patterns. I only looked at one robe — a strict black, floor-length silk one for $250. I didn’t bargain, but I think they...
Samarkand–Bukhara Silk Carpets We were there today — they have carpets, scarves, and clothing, including robes. The quality is factory-made, prices ...
"Old city" is kinda a Tashkent-specific term)) The areas around Chorsu bazaar used to be called that. And historically, old Tashkent was the whole per...
Hey Daxmaut! Whether you need a visa really depends on your nationality. Most EU citizens don’t need one, but it’s best to double-check the official U...
If you’re considering Bukhara, the area in front of the Nodir Devonbegi Madrasah is fantastic! It’s a pedestrian-friendly zone packed with restaurants...
Hey everyone! I recently got back from an amazing 2 weeks trip to Uzbekistan and I also wanted to share some insights that might help you out. First...
Renting in Khujand is trickier—fewer companies there, and unfortunately, I didn’t save any contacts. As for the Pamir Highway, there’s no guarantee th...