Uzbekistan

Registan, one of the top things to do in Samarkand, Uzbekistan

10 Incredible Things to do in Samarkand

The moment I knew I’d visit Uzbekistan one day was when I first saw a photo of Samarkand. You know...

A row of wine barrels in the Bagizagan winery in Samarkand, Uzbekistan

The Bagizagan Winery: An Introduction to Uzbek Wine

When you think of Uzbekistan, you probably think of turquoise domed mosques and madrasas, intricate mosaics, or even their famous...

The Hotel Uzbekistan, a must do on a list of things to do in Tashkent

10 Best Things to do in Tashkent, Uzbekistan’s Capital City

For many visitors to Uzbekistan, the capital city of Tashkent is the first stop. It’s often the transit hub: somewhere...

A market stall in chorsu bazaar in Tashkent, Uzbekistan - a good stop for travelling Uzbekistan as a vegan

Uzbekistan as a Vegan: What’s it Really Like?

Let me start off by saying: I was an idiot when I visited Uzbekistan. I did minimal planning and took...

Uzbekistan's high speed train, the Afrosiyob, waiting at the platform

The Silk Road By Rail: Uzbekistan’s High-Speed Afrosiyob and Beyond

Here’s a fun fact for you: In Russian, a large train station is called a “vokzal” (вокзал), and it gets...

Vegan food in Tashkent: A salad and a soy pita wrap in Eco Cafe

Vegan Food in Tashkent, Uzbekistan: Discovering the Beautiful Eco Cafe

Note for 2026 Travellers: I’m gutted to report that as of Spring 2026, EcoCafe has closed its doors. It was...

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