Every day, we explore a different country on our journey to discover the Turkic world. In previous articles, we have mentioned Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan . Today, we delve into Uzbekistan, an important stop on the Silk Road, known for its magnificent architectural structures, colorful bazaars, hospitable people, and rich cultural heritage. Uzbekistan, often referred to as the land of blue domes and turquoise tiles, shares borders with Afghanistan and Turkmenistan to the south, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to the east, and Kazakhstan to the north and west. The currency of this beautiful country, which declared independence in 1991, is the Som. Uzbekistan is often regarded as the heart of the Silk Road. As a famous Uzbek proverb says: "There are two great roads in the universe: the Milky Way in the sky and the Silk Road on earth Each color on the Uzbek flag has a significant meaning. The blue color represents the sky and clear water, and it is also the color of the Turkic peoples. Whi
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