Country Guide • Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is bordered by Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.
| Official Name | Republic of Uzbekistan |
|---|---|
| Area | 447,400km² (172,741mile²) |
| Population | 25,981,647 |
| Continent | Asia |
| Population per mile² | 150 |
| Capital City | Tashkent |
| Religions | Muslim 88% (mostly Sunnis), Eastern Orthodox 9%, other 3% |
| Language | Uzbek 74.3%, Russian 14.2%, Tajik 4.4%, other 7.1% |
| Government | Republic |
| Currency | Uzbekistani Sum |
| GDP | $65 billion |
| GDP per Head | $2,500 |
| Natural Resources | Natural gas, petroleum, coal, gold, uranium, silver, copper, lead and zinc, tungsten, molybdenum |
| Land Use | Arable Land 10.8% |
| Agriculture | Cotton, vegetables, fruits, grain; livestock |
| Industry | Textiles, food processing, machine building, metallurgy, natural gas, chemicals |
| Tourism | The best time to visit is during the spring and autumn. Uzbekistan is renowned for its historical buildings within some of the oldest towns in the world. Its architectural splendours and its many mosques. Independent travelling can be difficult in this country and so expect to see much of the country in organised tours |
| Natural Hazards | None |
| Health Risks | Hepatitis A and E, meningitis, diphtheria and undulant fever. Do not drink tap water |
| Climate | Uzbekistan has an extreme continental climate. It is generally warmest in the south and coldest in the north. Temperatures in December average -8°C (18°F) in the north and 0°C (32 °F) in the south. However, extreme fluctuations can take temperatures as low as -35°C (-31°F). During the summer months, temperatures can be in excess of 45°C (113°F) |
| Time | GMT/UTC+5 hours |
| National Days | September 1 Independence Day November 18 Flag Day |
| Visas | British nationals and all other foreign nationals need a visa to enter Uzbekistan, which you should get before you travel. If you plan to travel to neighbouring countries from Uzbekistan, you should also get your visa in advance, rather than trying to buy it at the border |
| British Embassy | Embassy Details |
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