General information about Uzbekistan

Location: Uzbekistan is situated in central and northern part of Central Asia. Bordered by Afghanistan to the South, Turkmenistan to the West, Kazakhstan to the North, Kirgizistan to the North -East and Tajikistan to the East. The South and east are dominated by Tien -Shan and Pamir-Alai Mountain ranges and the Kyzyl Kum desert lies to the North-East. The North -Western autonomous region of Karakalpakstan is bounded by the Aral Sea and the sparly populated Ustyurt Plateau with it's vast cotton fields.


Area: 447.400 sq. km.


Population: Uzbekistan is a multinational state. There are over 22.5 million inhabits today. Uzbek make 65%, Russian-25%, other nationalities (over 70)-15%.


Capital: The city of  Tashkent with the population of 2.7 million inhabitants.


Language: The official language is Uzbek belongs to the Turk group. Russian remains the language of the interethnic communication.


Religion: Under the Uzbekistan Constitution, there is full religious freedom. However Uzbek are predominantly Sunni Muslim with Shia as well forming a small number. Russian orthodox and Jewish minorities coexist with full harmony.


Time: GMT+ 5


Electricity: 220 volts Ac, 50 Hz. Round 2 pin continental plugs are standard.


Passport/Visa: A valid passport is required for entry. Most of the countries require visa for entry into Uzbekistan. Visas are also available on arrival at Tashkent airport


Health: Yellow Fever Not required, Cholera Precaution required, Typhoid/Polio Precaution required, Malaria Precaution required


Water: Your tap water is potable. Mineral water is available on all stores.


Public Holidays: Jan,1- New Year, Mar 08- Int. Women's Day, Mar 21- Navruz, Sep 01 - Independence Day, Dec 08 - Constitution Day, Oct 01- Teacher's Day


Climate: Climate of Uzbekistan is sharp continental.


National currency: is Soum


Business Uzbekistan: The Republic of Uzbekistan rates 7th in world gold production and 2nd among the CIS states. The republic is the fifth largest producer and the second biggest exporter of cotton in the world. As regards international economic cooperation government pursue an "open-door" policy thus creating favorable condition for attracting foreign investments into the country. There are more than 40 joint venture presently operating in the territory of Uzbekistan. We invite businessmen to introduce with economy development and culture of our republic. They have a good chance to find a partner in Uzbekistan.

 


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