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From Uzbekistan to United Kingdom
Uzbekistan is one of two countries in the world, where, in order to access the sea coast, you must cross the borders of 2 states in any direction, since its closest neighbors also don’t have access to the oceans.
Fact #1
The first states on the lands of Uzbekistan emerged by 7-8 centuries BC.
Fact #2
The largest bank note in Uzbekistan is 100,000 sums, which is about 12 US dollars.
Fact #3
According to sociological surveys, residents of Uzbekistan are leading in terms of happiness among all CIS countries.
Fact #4
Uzbekistan has a rapidly drying up Aral Sea — before the water body began to shallow, this lake was the fourth largest on the planet.
Fact #5
Uzbek Samarkand is one of the oldest cities in the world, comparable in its age to Rome. Scientists estimate its age at more than 2,750 years.
Fact #6
Uzbekistan grows melons, considered the most delicious in the world because of their sweetness and aroma.
Fact #7
All fruits in Uzbekistan are environmentally friendly and have no impurities. Therefore, fruits and vegetables in Uzbekistan retain their natural flavor.
Fact #8
Uzbekistan is the birthplace of television. It was here, on July 26, 1928, that the image of moving objects at a distance was transmitted by radio.
Fact #9
Tashkent TV Tower - the highest tower in Central Asia. And in terms of height in the world, it occupies the 11th place.
Fact #10
In terms of gold reserves, Uzbekistan ranks 4th in the world.
Fact #11
Every year, more than 1.5 million tourists visit Uzbekistan.
Fact #12
In 1977, the first metro in Central Asia was built in Tashkent.
Fact #13
The oldest bazaar in Tashkent, operating from the 8th century to the present day, is the Chorsu bazaar.
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