National Bank of Uzbekistan, Tashkent

National Bank of Uzbekistan is a great example of modern architecture in Tashkent and it was built in 1997. It is the tallest building in Uzbekistan and has 26 floors and a total height of 108 meters. This postmodern skyscraper represents an impressive curtain wall and glass construction that dominates the entire new part of the city.

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Sight Name: National Bank of Uzbekistan
Sight Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan (See walking tours in Tashkent)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Create Your Own Walk in Tashkent

Creating your own self-guided walk in Tashkent is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.

Shopping in Tashkent

In the East they say, "A guest on your doorstep is happiness in your home!". Indeed, the Uzbeks, like no other people, are happy to welcome foreigners to their exotic world of aromas, tastes and cordial relationships manifested in authentic local food and products. In Tashkent you can find both of these, and in a great variety, on the street markets (bazaars), in smaller shops and big... view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.0 Km or 3.7 Miles

Islamic Architecture Walking Tour

A visit to Uzbekistan is like leafing through the charred chapters of the Silk Road. Nowhere is this ambiance more exemplified than within the Islamic architecture adorning the streets of Tashkent.

One such architectural jewel is the Kukeldash Madrasah, dating back to the late 16th century. There is talk of making it into a museum, but it is currently still being used as a religious school.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles

Tashkent Introduction Walking Tour

The capital city of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, also historically known as Chach, is the country's cultural, industrial and administrative hub. First settled some time between the 5th and 3rd centuries BC, throughout its long history the city has had various changes in political and religious affiliations. The name Tashkent comes from the Turkic tash and kent, which literally means "Stone... view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles