Splendid Uzbekistan
Itinerary name: Splendid Uzbekistan
Day-by-day program:
Day 1: Tashkent
Today Tashkent will open amazing sites during the city tour. It will include Independent Square, which is central square of the country. Independent Square symbolize the victory over fascism during the World War II. Then continue walking to Amir Timur Square via main Broadway. You will have chance to take Tashkent metro, which was established in 1977. Its beautiful construction considered as one of the amazing subways in the world. The most interesting part of city tour is old city. Explore Chorsu bazar, old Kukaldash Madrasah and complex of Hast Imam which represents many madrasah, mausoleum and mosque. The significant artefact of Hast Imam is Othman Quran, the world’s oldest copy of Quran. It is dating to 8th century. According to historical sources, it was a possession of the Third Caliph Othman Ibn Affan. He was assassinated by his non-muslim enemy. Even now yu can see blood stains on the pages of holy book. Overnight in a hotel.
Day 2: Tashkent – Samarkand
The morning train will take you to mysterious Samarkand. It is situated in the Zarefshan river valley. Samarkand is the second largest city of the country and coeval witt Babylon and Rome. Enjoyable city tour will include Registan Square, Shakhi-Zindeh Complex and Mausoleum Guri Emir and Bibi Khanum Mosque. Registan Square is the main site of the city, located between magnificent Madrasah buildings, dating back to 15th-17th century. These masterpieces of art are breathtaking. Next is Shakhi-Zindeh Complex, it has the largest assemble of mausoleums, dating back to 11th-15th century. It also listed on the heritage of UNESCO. The last sightseeing Bibi Khanum mosque, which was constructed for the memory Tamerlane’s wife, after his victorious Indian invasion. Rest in a hotel.
Day 3: Samarkand
Today go on city tour in Samarkand. It begins from Ulughbek Observatory, which was established by the local leader and scientist Ulughbek. The history of the observatory begins in 15th century. In 1437, Ulughbek created a catalogue called “Zidji Guragoni”, where he tells more about 1018 celestial bodies. Unluckily, his own son organized his death. Later, you will discover the main local street full of souvenir and sweets shops, teahouses and workshops. Then explore Siab National Bazaar, which offers colorful handicrafts and handmade sweets. You will also see the extraordinary traditional carpet factory. There are more than 400 women produce a carpet without using traditional methods. You will also have an opportunity to visit the workshop of silk paper. Night in a hotel.
Day 4: Samarkand – Tashkent
In the morning, travel to Tashkent by train. Discover the rest of sightseeing visiting Courage Monument. It is a memorial complex, constructed as a symbol of the elimination of the consequences of the Tashkent earthquake. Later Zangi Ota memorial complex, in accordance to the local legend, Zangi-Oota was a herder and was popular by his wisdom and good deeds. Today’s tour will be concluded by the State Museum of Applied Arts of Uzbekistan. Here you can see old national clothing, hand and machine embroidery, skullcaps and national fabrics, carpets, woodcarving and many other cultural items. It will give a good idea of traditional art. Night will be at a hotel.
Day 5: Tashkent – Flight
After breakfast, drive to airport to catch you flight.