Bukhara Travelcations

The 29th Tashkent International Tourism Fair "Tourism on the Silk Road" (TIMF) will take place on 21 to 23 November at the "Central Asian Expo Uzbekistan" (CAEx) exhibition complex. This event will be pivotal for the tourism industry in Uzbekistan and the Central Asian region, gathering national and international tourism companies, local and international organizations, associations, hotel representatives, airlines, online booking systems, transport companies, and many others. The TIMF program will feature conferences, B2B meetings, roundtable discussions, exhibitions of tourism services and applied arts, presentations of the tourism potential of Uzbekistan’s regions, a gastronomic festival, and other activities. The fair serves not only as a meeting point but also as a platform for dialogue, experience exchange, and the promotion of the cultural and historical heritage of various countries. For participants, the fair will be an excellent opportunity to showcase the

  According to preliminary data from the State Statistics Committee, Uzbekistan welcomed 17,700 Italian tourists between January and June 2024. This figure represents an increase of 9,300 people, or 91%, compared to the same period of last year. The breakdown of Italian visitors to Uzbekistan in the first half of 2024 is as follows: Tourism: 16,088 people Business: 835 people Visiting relatives: 702 people Education: 66 people Commercial: 9 people

  As part of the information tour, the Chinese delegation visited Ark fortress, Poi Kalon complex, shopping centers Toki Zargaron, Toki Sarrafon, Toki Telpakfurushon, Jewelry and Carpet centers, Blacksmith Museum-Workshop, Labi Khovuz ensemble and others. At the same time, the role of ancient and modern Bukhara in the world community and the high tourism industry was widely promoted. During the event, a meeting was organized with the head of the Long Air airline, where views were exchanged on the tourism potential and opportunities of Bukhara. Also, in order to attract Chinese tourists to Bukhara by promoting the tourism potential of the region in the People’s Republic of China, and further developing interstate tourism exchange, negotiations were held on the implementation of direct charter flights from China to Bukhara. Loong Air has 74 aircraft and flies to 25 cities in China, as well as Bangladesh, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, the Philipp

  Various presentations, exhibitions, musical theater shows and entertainment programs, cultural and educational events will be organized during the international festival. It will be held on 3-5th of May, 2024.

  The Bahouddin Naqshband complex in Bukhara is perhaps the most religoiusly important monument to be included in the Zarafshan-Karakum Corridor @UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bahouddin Naqshband is the saint who founded the Naqshbandi order of Sufism, and Naqshbandi pilgrims come here from all over the world to pray and pay their respects at his grave. In the 16th century when the complex's main buildings were constructed, it was common to combine a necropolis with a ritual building. In 1544, Abd al-Aziz-khan erected an above-ground crypt for the saint. It is a dakhma with a carved marble fence on top. Later, the mother of Abulfayz Khan (1711-1747) built the mosque with two ivans (terraces), and then Nasrullah Khan's vizier (minister) Hakim Kushbegi built a second mosque in the 19th century. The final building of note within the complex is the minaret, which dates from 1720. In the Soviet period, the Naqshband shrine was in a state of desolation. Thankfully, it has been sensiti

  April 1 - On the eve of the World Laughter Day, the "Nasriddin Efandi" festival will be launched in the historical places of Bukhara. This was reported by the press service of the State Tourism Development Committee. The holiday is rich in jokes and colorful legends related to the famous characters of short humorous, satirical miniatures and anecdotes, including the daily tales of Khoja Nasriddin. In addition, on this day, the "Oriental food" festival will be organized, and visitors will have the opportunity to taste delicious dishes and sweets of the national cuisine of Uzbekistan. The event will be held over two days.

  These days, blogger Hubert Sepidnam, known to the world as “mr.taster,” is traveling around Uzbekistan. During the trip organized by the Tourism Committee, he makes a film about the possibilities of gastronomic tourism in a number of regions of Uzbekistan, in particular, Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khorezm regions and the city of Tashkent. Hubert Sepidnam plans to widely highlight the gastronomic potential and cultural appeal of our country, the unique, delicious and inimitable taste of its dishes. In addition, “mr.taster” will not only taste and evaluate Uzbek cuisine, but also show in detail, through popular social networks on the Internet, the process of preparing the entire variety of its national dishes. Hubert Sepidnam is one of the famous bloggers who has been posting videos on social networks since 2005. He has 1.9 million followers on Instagram, 600 thousand on Tik Tok, 513 thousand on Facebook and 108 thousand on YouTube. Some of his videos have been viewed by 67 milli

  Bukhara, situated in Uzbekistan, is among the oldest cities in Central Asia. In days gone by, the renowned Silk Road caravans traversed through this historic city. The ancient section of Bukhara has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting thousands of tourists from across the globe each year.     Today, Bukhara is a vibrant, thriving city with a population exceeding 300 ,000  residents. Bukhara Tours Bukhara tours invite travelers on a journey through time, revealing one of the most well-preserved medieval cities in Central Asia. With its dazzling array of mosques, madrasahs, and mausoleums, these tours offer a mesmerizing window into the region's past, from the awe-inspiring Ark fortress to the intricate design of the Mir-i Arab Madrasah. Before beginning your adventure, enrich your experience by familiarizing yourself with the profound history and  enchanting  tales of Bukhara. History of Bukhara Scholars believe that Bukhara was established around the middl

  The Presidential Resolution “On measures to develop the infrastructure of barrier-free tourism and its stimulation in the Republic of Uzbekistan” was adopted. According to the Resolution, from 2024: for the unhindered movement of persons with disabilities at cultural heritage sites, ramps, skirting boards and elevators are installed without causing damage to these objects, as well as for the blind - models of cultural heritage objects in a reduced size, with information placed on them in Braille; on railway and public transport, as well as at all airports, train stations, and bus stations, conditions are created and special lifting ramps and comfortable stair handrails are installed for persons with disabilities and persons with limited physical capabilities, and on-board strollers are provided (special strollers for persons with disabilities disability); Until 1 January 2027 the following will be covered: 50 percent, but not more than 500 thousand soums, of travel expenses in Uzbeki