Where is Uzbekistan located on the world map?
The given Uzbekistan location map shows that Uzbekistan is located in the central part of Asia continent. Uzbekistan map also shows that Uzbekistan is double landlocked country that shares its international boundaries with Kazakhstan in the north and north-east, Turkmenistan in the south, and Afghanistan and Tajikistan in the south and south-east. Uzbekistan is an independent Turkic state.
Uzbekistan got its independence in the year 1991, immediately after the disintegration of USSR. The capital city of Uzbekistan is Tashkent. The government type of Uzbekistan is a presidential republic. Under this political system, the President of the country is head of state as well as head of government. However, the executive power is exercised by the government.
The economy of Uzbekistan largely depends upon agriculture and other natural resources. The significant crop is cotton and natural resources are gold, uranium, potassium, and natural gas.
Uzbekistan got its independence in the year 1991, immediately after the disintegration of USSR. The capital city of Uzbekistan is Tashkent. The government type of Uzbekistan is a presidential republic. Under this political system, the President of the country is head of state as well as head of government. However, the executive power is exercised by the government.
The economy of Uzbekistan largely depends upon agriculture and other natural resources. The significant crop is cotton and natural resources are gold, uranium, potassium, and natural gas.
Regions of Uzbekistan
| Region | Capital | Population | Area | Latitude and Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tashkent Region | Nurafshon | 3 million+ | 15,300 sq km (5,907 sq mi) | 41.2667° N, 69.2167° E |
| Samarkand Region | Samarkand | 4 million+ | 16,800 sq km (6,486 sq mi) | 39.6542° N, 66.9597° E |
| Fergana Region | Fergana | 4 million+ | 6,800 sq km (2,625 sq mi) | 40.3894° N, 71.7875° E |
| Andijan Region | Andijan | 3 million+ | 4,300 sq km (1,660 sq mi) | 40.7821° N, 72.3442° E |
| Namangan Region | Namangan | 3 million+ | 7,400 sq km (2,857 sq mi) | 41.0011° N, 71.6726° E |
| Bukhara Region | Bukhara | 2 million+ | 39,400 sq km (15,212 sq mi) | 39.7670° N, 64.4550° E |
| Khorezm Region | Urgench | 1.9 million+ | 6,300 sq km (2,432 sq mi) | 41.5500° N, 60.6333° E |
| Kashkadarya Region | Qarshi | 3.5 million+ | 28,400 sq km (10,965 sq mi) | 38.8606° N, 65.7891° E |
| Navoi Region | Navoi | 1 million+ | 111,000 sq km (42,857 sq mi) | 40.1039° N, 65.3688° E |
| Republic of Karakalpakstan | Nukus | 2 million+ | 166,600 sq km (64,324 sq mi) | 42.4600° N, 59.6167° E |
10 Largest Cities in Uzbekistan
| City | Region | Population | Latitude and Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tashkent | Tashkent Region | 3 million+ | 41.2995° N, 69.2401° E |
| Samarkand | Samarkand Region | 600,000+ | 39.6542° N, 66.9597° E |
| Namangan | Namangan Region | 650,000+ | 41.0011° N, 71.6726° E |
| Andijan | Andijan Region | 500,000+ | 40.7821° N, 72.3442° E |
| Nukus | Karakalpakstan | 330,000+ | 42.4600° N, 59.6167° E |
| Bukhara | Bukhara Region | 290,000+ | 39.7670° N, 64.4550° E |
| Fergana | Fergana Region | 300,000+ | 40.3894° N, 71.7875° E |
| Qarshi | Kashkadarya Region | 280,000+ | 38.8606° N, 65.7891° E |
| Urgench | Khorezm Region | 150,000+ | 41.5500° N, 60.6333° E |
| Navoi | Navoi Region | 145,000+ | 40.1039° N, 65.3688° E |
Top Tourist Attractions and Famous Places to Visit in Uzbekistan
- Registan Square - Samarkand
- Ark Fortress - Bukhara
- Khiva Old Town (Itchan Kala) - Khorezm
- Amir Timur Museum - Tashkent
- Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis - Samarkand
- Chorsu Bazaar - Tashkent
- Kalyan Minaret - Bukhara
- Charvak Reservoir - Tashkent Region
- Ulugh Beg Observatory - Samarkand
- Hazrati Imam Complex - Tashkent
- Ayaz Kala Fortress - Karakalpakstan
- Minor Mosque - Tashkent
- Nurata Mountains - Navoi Region
- Lyabi Hauz Ensemble - Bukhara
- Fergana Valley Silk Crafts - Fergana
- Ancient City of Termez - Surxondaryo
Uzbekistan Facts
| Continent | Asia |
| Country | Uzbekistan |
| Official Name | Republic of Uzbekistan |
| Capital | Tashkent |
| Largest City | Tashkent |
| Coordinates | 41.3775° N, 64.5853° E |
| Administrative Divisions | 12 Regions, 1 Autonomous Republic, and 1 Independent City |
| Official Languages | Uzbek |
| Demonym | Uzbekistani |
| Government | Unitary Presidential Republic |
| Independence | 1991 |
| Total Area | 448,978 sq km (173,351 sq mi) |
| Population | 37 million+ (2025 est.) |
| Population Density | 82 people per sq km |
| Currency | Uzbekistani Soʻm (UZS) |
| GDP Nominal | Approx. USD 120 billion |
| Economy | Upper-Middle Income Developing Economy |
| Postal Code Format | ###### |
| Country Calling Code | +998 |
| Time Zone | UZT (UTC+5) |
| Internet TLD | .uz |
| ISO Country Code | UZ |
| Driving Side | Right |
| Major Cities | Tashkent, Samarkand, Namangan, Andijan, Bukhara |
| Major Airports | Tashkent International Airport, Samarkand International Airport |
| Highest Point | Khazret Sultan Peak (4,643 m) |
| Longest River | Amu Darya River |
| Climate | Continental Arid Climate |
| Average Summer Temperature | 30°C to 42°C |
| Average Winter Temperature | -8°C to 10°C |
| Famous For | Silk Road Cities, Islamic Architecture, Bazaars, Ancient History |
| National Animal | Snow Leopard |
| National Sport | Kurash Wrestling |
| National Dish | Plov |
| Official Website | gov.uz |
Major Rivers in Uzbekistan
- Amu Darya River
- Syr Darya River
- Zeravshan River
- Chirchiq River
- Kashkadarya River
- Surxondaryo River
Uzbekistan Climate Facts
| Climate Type | Continental and Arid |
| Summer Temperature | 30°C to 42°C |
| Winter Temperature | -8°C to 10°C |
| Average Rainfall | 100 mm to 800 mm annually depending on region |
Neighboring Countries of Uzbekistan
- Kazakhstan - North and Northwest
- Kyrgyzstan - Northeast
- Tajikistan - Southeast
- Afghanistan - South
- Turkmenistan - Southwest
References
- Official Government Website
- State Committee of Statistics
- World Bank
- CIA World Factbook
- United Nations Population Division
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