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Urgent Update: Uzbekistan Visa-Free Policy Extended & Tashkent-Samarkand High-Speed Rail Fares Halved (Personally Verified)

Tired of Moscow? Discover the hidden gem of Central Asia – Tashkent🌆! The capital of Uzbekistan blends Soviet-era architecture with rich Islamic charm, all at super affordable prices, making it the ultimate underrated travel destination💥 3-Day Tashkent Highlights Itinerary: DAY1: 📍Independence Square: Uzbekistan's "Tiananmen Square," featuring the iconic Independence Monument and Eternal Flame. 📍Hazrati Imam Complex: Stunning Islamic architecture with breathtaking blue domes—best visited at dusk for soft lighting. DAY2: 📍Chorsu Bazaar: One of Central Asia's largest markets, packed with dried fruits, spices, and handicrafts. Haggle starting at half the asking price! 📍Minor Mosque: A photogenic pure-white mosque (headscarves provided free at the entrance for women). DAY3: 📍Metro Station Tour: Among the world's most beautiful subway systems, with art gallery-like stations. Full ride costs just 1,400 som (~$0.10). 📍State History Museum: Perfect for quick Central Asian history immersion—plus strong AC for afternoon heat relief. ⚠️Pro Tips: 1. Exchange money at the black market! Official rate: 1:11,000 vs. black market's 1:12,300 (we almost got scammed). 2. No metro photography! Penalties apply (learned the hard way😭). 3. Must-try: Central Asian Plov Center—local favorite for affordable plov. 🏨Accommodation: Stay near metro stations. Gagarin Street area recommended—Art Hostel offers great value ($30 for a twin room). 💡Hidden Experience: Friday morning prayers at Kukeldash Madrasah—witness thousands worshipping together (maintain silence).
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Posted: Jul 8, 2025
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