In this first episode, we explore Chorsu Bazaar, the largest market in Central Asia, located in Uzbekistan. Once a key trading hub on the East-West route, this vibrant bazaar’s distinctive architecture was rebuilt in the 1980s. Explore stalls filled with fresh produce, spices, traditional non bread, meats, and local Rishtan pottery. Dive into the rich culinary and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan, and experience the energy and history of this iconic marketplace.
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In this first episode, we explore Chorsu Bazaar, the largest market in Central Asia, located in Uzbekistan. Once a key trading hub on the East-West route, this vibrant bazaar’s distinctive architecture was rebuilt in the 1980s. Explore stalls filled with fresh produce, spices, traditional non bread, meats, and local Rishtan pottery. Dive into the rich culinary and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan, and experience the energy and history of this iconic marketplace.
In this episode, we explore the city of Andijan, located in the eastern part of Uzbekistan’s Fergana Valley. From its origins as an ancient city to its status as the birthplace of Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire, Andijan is rich in history and culture. Once a vital hub along the Silk Road, it now thrives with lush agriculture and a growing automotive industry.
We'll also take you on a tour of the region’s major attractions, including ancient ruins, mausoleums, sanatoriums, mosques, historical buildings, and traditional Uzbek homes—revealing a unique blend of past and present that defines this remarkable city.
Secrets of Silk Road
In this first episode, we explore Chorsu Bazaar, the largest market in Central Asia, located in Uzbekistan. Once a key trading hub on the East-West route, this vibrant bazaar’s distinctive architecture was rebuilt in the 1980s. Explore stalls filled with fresh produce, spices, traditional non bread, meats, and local Rishtan pottery. Dive into the rich culinary and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan, and experience the energy and history of this iconic marketplace.
