 | Tashkent, a capital of Uzbekistan with a population of over 2 million, is located at the foot of the western Tien Shan mountain range in the valley of the Chirchik river. The city was known 2000 years ago and its development was facilitated by its location on the famous ancient Silk Road. Among the places of interest are the remains of the Ak-Tepe Castle, built in the 6-8th centuries, the Noraz-Tepe Castle, built in the 12-15th centuries, and the Ming-Uruk Castle, built in the 1-8th centuries. The university and the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan are located in Tashkent. The main industries are the machine building, food and light production. There is also a metro in the city. |
