Uzebekistan: Be sure to Visit Fergana Valley – here are 5 reasons
The Travel Magazine | 24.11.2025 17:19
When travellers think of Uzbekistan, the Silk Road cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva usually come to mind: ancient skylines glittering with turquoise domes and intricate tilework. But east of these storied cities lies a region often overlooked, the Fergana Valley. Stretching between the towering Tian Shan and Alay Mountains, the valley is Uzbekistan’s greenest and most fertile region, a land of orchards, artisans, and age-old traditions. Here, the pace is slower, the air fresher, and the smiles warmer.