Map of Uzbekistan – Regions, Cities & Location Guide
Explore Uzbekistan with this interactive map of Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and the wider Central Asian landscape. Zoom in to locate cities, roads, mountain ranges, historic Silk Road sites and the country’s borders.
Uzbekistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia. Its geography ranges from the fertile Fergana Valley and river oases to the Kyzylkum Desert, with mountains in the east and south-east. The capital and largest city is Tashkent.
Uzbekistan is in Central Asia, bordered by Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan and Turkmenistan. Its capital is Tashkent. Major historic cities include Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, while its western territory includes the Republic of Karakalpakstan and the southern Aral Sea region.
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Where Is Uzbekistan Located?
Uzbekistan lies between Kazakhstan to the north and west, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to the east, Afghanistan to the south and Turkmenistan to the south-west. It has no ocean coastline. The country is also considered doubly landlocked because every neighbouring country is itself landlocked.
The Amu Darya and Syr Darya river systems have historically supported settlements and agriculture. Large parts of the west and centre are arid, while the east contains more densely populated valleys and mountain foothills. Distances between major destinations can be substantial, so a country-wide map helps explain travel routes.
Uzbekistan Regions and Main Cities
Uzbekistan comprises 12 regions (viloyats), the Republic of Karakalpakstan and Tashkent city as a separate administrative unit. The table groups these administrative areas for easier orientation rather than showing official regional boundaries.
| Area | Places and map features |
|---|---|
| Tashkent and north-east | Tashkent city, Tashkent Region and nearby mountain foothills. |
| Fergana Valley | Andijan, Fergana and Namangan regions; fertile valleys and major settlements. |
| Central Silk Road | Samarkand, Jizzakh and Syrdarya regions; historic cities and transport corridors. |
| South | Kashkadarya and Surkhandarya regions, including Karshi and Termez. |
| West and desert | Bukhara, Navoi and Khorezm regions, including Bukhara and Urgench. |
| Far north-west | Republic of Karakalpakstan, including Nukus and the Aral Sea area. |
Regional names can appear under different English spellings, such as Fergana/Farghona, Jizzakh/Jizzax and Navoi/Navoiy. Use the map’s labels as a geographic guide rather than as an official administrative register.
Major Cities and Landmarks on the Map
- Tashkent: The capital, with major rail, air and metro connections.
- Samarkand: Historic Silk Road city known for Registan Square.
- Bukhara: Historic urban centre with preserved religious and commercial architecture.
- Khiva: Walled historic city, especially the Itchan Kala inner town.
- Nukus: Regional centre in Karakalpakstan, used as a reference point for the Aral Sea area.
- Fergana Valley: Eastern area containing Andijan, Namangan and Fergana.
- Chimgan and Charvak: Mountains and reservoir north-east of Tashkent.
Explore the map to understand how these destinations are distributed. The famous historic cities are not clustered in one small area; they are connected by long-distance road and rail routes.
Roads, Rail and Travel Connections
Tashkent is a central transport hub. Passenger rail services connect major cities, including high-speed services on parts of the Tashkent–Samarkand–Bukhara corridor. Travel onward towards Khiva generally involves the Urgench or Khiva area. Domestic airports serve several regional centres.
Mountain roads, borders and desert routes can affect journey planning. Check current rail schedules, border requirements, road conditions and local advice rather than treating the embedded map as a live navigation service.
What This Uzbekistan Map Helps You Find
- Locate Uzbekistan relative to its five neighbouring countries.
- Compare the locations of Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva.
- Identify the Fergana Valley, western deserts and mountain foothills.
- Understand the long distances between western and eastern destinations.
- Explore the Aral Sea region and major river systems.
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Uzbekistan Map FAQs
Where is Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan is in Central Asia, between Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan and Turkmenistan.
What is the capital of Uzbekistan?
Tashkent is the capital and largest city.
How many regions does Uzbekistan have?
It has 12 regions, plus the Republic of Karakalpakstan and the separately administered city of Tashkent.
Is Uzbekistan landlocked?
Yes. It has no coastline on an open ocean and is one of the world’s doubly landlocked countries.
Where are Samarkand and Bukhara?
Both lie west or south-west of Tashkent along major historic Silk Road routes.
Where is the Aral Sea?
The Aral Sea basin lies in the far north-west near Karakalpakstan and Kazakhstan. Its shoreline has changed dramatically over time.
Can this map be used for driving?
Use it for general orientation, not live directions. Verify routes, border rules and conditions before travel.
Disclaimer
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