Winter in Uzbekistan is magical. The winters are not so cold there and it allows us to explore fully the country. If you travel to Uzbekistan this season, you will avoid the sweltering summer heat and crowds of tourists. Delicious pilaf and hot aromatic tea will help you brighten up your walks in the quiet parks of Tashkent and the ancient streets of Samarkand. Here we offer you options for winter holidays in Uzbekistan:
Get on your skis!
Skiing in Uzbekistan has a special charm. Until recently, skiing in Uzbekistan was not so popular. But today there are more and more skiers and snowboarders in the country.
All ski resorts in Uzbekistan are located near the capital, on the Chatkal Tien Shan Range. The Amirsoy ski resort is the biggest one. For lovers of skiing, there are 22 tracks for both beginners and experienced riders. Not far from Tashkent there are also two other small ski resorts Chimgan and Beldersay.
Explore the ancient cities
What could be better than strolling through the cozy streets of ancient cities that witnessed the rise and fall of many civilizations? Through these sites, endless caravans passed during the era of the Great Silk Road. Visit the famous Registan Square in Samarkand, the heart of Timur’s vast empire. Take photos of the beautiful mosques and madrasas in Bukhara, decorated with incredible patterns and religious texts. And sure, do not forget to discover the older part of Khiva Ichon-Kalan resembling a museum containing amazing examples of Islamic architecture.
Feel the lightness of Uzbek silk
Silk from Margilan has been highly valued all over the world since the times of the Great Silk Road. And to this day, local craftsmen make it using ancient technologies, creating amazing and colorful silk products: carpets, scarves, interior items, and much more. By visiting the silk workshops, you will be able to see the labor-intensive process for obtaining silk: from the appearance of caterpillars to fabric production.
Discover the sights of Tashkent
The wide and beautiful avenues of the capital are ideal for leisurely walks in winter. Also in Tashkent, you will find unique historical monuments such as the Minor Mosque, the Khazrati Imam complex, or the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. If you love shopping, you must visit the biggest market in the city – Chorsu bazaar.
Enjoy the delicious cuisine
The cuisine of Uzbekistan will not leave you indifferent. It is as diverse as the country itself, so you can try all kinds of delicious food. Aromatic hot tea will warm you while traveling in winter. Taste mouth-watering pilaf or samsa and visit the local market to buy a fresh flatbread.
