Currency
The currency in Uzbekistan is the Uzbek Som (UZS)
Time Zone
Uzbekistan operates on Uzbekistan Time (UZT), which is GMT+5, with no daylight saving time
Weather
Uzbekistan has a continental climate, with hot summers averaging 86-104°F and cold winters with temperatures ranging from 28°F to 46°F
Things to see & do
Visit the Registan Square in Samarkand, explore the ancient city of Bukhara, and admire the stunning architecture of Khiva's Itchan Kala
Local Cuisine
Enjoy Plov (a rice dish cooked with meat, carrots, and spices), Manti (steamed dumplings filled with lamb or beef), and Samsa (savory pastries filled with meat and onions)