UZBEKISTAN
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OVERVIEW
A sprawling archipelago of over 17,000 islands, Indonesia presents a kaleidoscope of experiences where shadows of ancient temple tower, pristine beaches fringing coastlines, shadows of its majestic temples of Borobudur & Prambanan, hidden coves in Raja Ampat, the untouched shores of the Gili Islands, and the volcanic sands of Flores, intricate batik textiles of Java and puppet performances of Wayang Kulit meet.
UZBEKISTAN Travel guide
Getting to Uzbekistan
Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS) is the main gateway for direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai. Major airlines that cater to non-stop flights are Uzbekistan Airways, Indigo and Centrum. Unfortunately, Indigo has stopped all its flight to and from Tashkent and other places in Central Asia owing to the unrest in Iran. But Centrum and Uzbekistan Airlines are flying.
VISA
1. Uzbekistan offers e-visas for tourism purposes. Check how to apply for Uzbekistan e-visa.
Local Food and Drinks in Uzbekistan
- Plov or pilaf (which is pulao in India). Theirs is served with a generous amount of meat on top. It is helpful to know that they also add raisins to the pilaf.
- Manti – a version of dumpling
- Somsa or Samsa – they may sound like samosa, a snack widely consumed in India but they are patties with a filling of meat or chicken or potatoes or spinach or pumpkin.
Types of Transportation in Uzbekistan
- A great way to travel is to book a bike or a cab on Yandex
- The metro network in Tashkent is extensive and spread across the city.
- Both intra and inter-city buses are available in most cities of Uzbekistan.
- Additionally, Samarkand offers tram services.
Applications to Download
Yandex – for cabs, bikes and food
Yango – for cabs, bikes and food
Things to Remember
- Local currency is the Uzbekistani Som (SOM)
- Credit cards are widely accepted especially Visa and Mastercards
- UPI payments through Paynet is accepted.
- Learn a few basic Uzbeki phrases since English is hardly spoken.
- For calling either purchase a local sim or activate an e-sim.
EXPERIENCES & ITINERARIES
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Is Uzbekistan visa-free for Indians?
No, Uzbekistan is not visa-free for Indians. Indian tourists should apply for e-visa for arrival.
- How much does Uzbekistan Visa cost?
The single entry e-visa costs $20 (INR 1,900 approx.)
- How long does the Single-Entry Tourist Visa allow to stay?
E-Visa validity is for 30 days.
- What is the capital of Indonesia?
The capital of Indonesia is Jakarta
- What is the time difference between India and Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan is 30 minutes behind India.
- What religion does Uzbekistan follow?
Predominantly Islam but it is a secular state.
- What is the ideal duration of Uzbekistan Trip?
5-7 days are good for a trip to Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara.
- How many UNESCO Heritage sites does Uzbekistan have?
There are 10 UNESCO heritage sites in Indonesia, namely
- Itchan Kala
- Historic Centre of Bukhara
- Historic Centre of Shakhrisyabz
- Samarkand – Crossroad of Cultures
- Western Tien-Shan
- Cold Winter Deserts of Turan
- Silk Roads: Zarafshan-Karakum Corridor
- What is famous in Uzbekistan to buy?
There are a lot of local products that one can buy from Indonesia
Suzani – the embroidery work of Uzbekistan
Woodwork
Tilework