Traveling is always full of surprises, and sometimes those surprises arenât the good kind. Tashkent, Uzbekistan’s bustling capital, was our first stop in Central Asia, and while the countryâs charm and beauty are undeniable, there are a few things you should know to avoid getting scammed, especially at the airport. Iâm sharing my own experience so you can learn from itâand save
Almaty Food Guide Almaty, the heart of Kazakhstan, is not just known for its breathtaking views of the Tien Shan mountains but also for its vibrant and diverse food culture. While the Central Asian Bazaar and popular eateries often draw the crowds, some of the best flavors are hidden in lesser-known spots that truly capture the essence of traditional Kazakh food. This
Last spring, we set off on a journey to visit Almaty, the lush former capital of Kazakhstan, and came back with numerous exciting stories to share! From mesmerizing natural wonders to lively city attractions, here are five spots that enticed us and are sure to captivate you as well. 1. Altyn Emel National Park Doing justice to the reputation of Kazakhstan’s largest
Discovering Amir Temurâs legacy through captivating exhibits and artifacts in Tashkent’s Museum Of Amir Temur located near Hotel Uzbekistan and the iconic Amir Temur Square! đâš Â If youâre serious about understanding and learning more about Uzbekistanâs history, you have to visit this museum when youâre in Tashkent! đ Admission fee is about 25,000 som (~ US$2). Â Plus, as you can
Have you tried butter tea? I had the opportunity to try it for the first time in Chengdu, along with other delicious Tibetan dishes⊠and the tea was unlike anything I’ve tasted before! Itâs a mixture of tea, salt, and butter (traditionally yak butter) and is a popular drink among people in the Himalayan regions not only of Tibet, but also Nepal,
Enjoying some morning breeze with Turkish pide & tea in this super chill al fresco spot in Tashkent. Carpe diem! Do you also enjoy slow mornings when you travel or are you the type that instantly goes out to wander? đ€ Fish and Bread Tashkent Address: 42/1 Niyozbek Yuli Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan Menu: fishandbread.com Phone: +998 71 202 02 02 Order: fishandbread.com
This was our first meal in Tashkent and weâre so lucky the food was great, the restaurantâs so pretty, staff can speak English, and it was walking distance from the hotel! Chill vibes and music here too, definitely worth dropping by when youâre in the city. We had some Uzbek manti, some really good Uzbek plov, and (ironically?) our first horse meat/kazy
To my followers who regularly fly from #Malaysia, are you also planning to fly to Tashkent from KL for the first time? I have put together a checklist so you donât have to! đ 1. AIRPORT: Chances are youâll be flying via @uzairways for a direct KUL-TAS flight. We flew from KLIA (not KLIA2) which you may also need to consider in