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Uzbekistan

Marg‘ilon / Spice up your life in Uzbekistan's hidden gem

MeowScore 😸81/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

The perfect balance between good weather, reasonable prices, and a plethora of cultural activities.

🎶
january

Visit the Said Ahmad-Khoja Madrasah to enjoy the Meros International Music Festival. #662C91 🔮🎶

🐛
february

Join the traditional silk fest in Yodgorlik Silk Factory's garden. #C71585 🐛🌳

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march

Venture on a fascinating journey to observe the blooming flowers of Fergana Valley.#32CD32 🌸🌺

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april

Tour the ancient city of Margilon, where old Uzbek culture meets modern life. #F7DC6F 🕌🌇

👥
may

Experience the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity declared by UNESCO, Namangan Hay Atlasi. #FFA07A 🎭👥

🗣️
june

Explore the Aksaray, the monumental park with the Echo Wall which can reflect your voice up to 20 times. #800020 🎤🏞️

🎶
july

Spend your summer night at the neighborhood teahouses and enjoy traditional Uzbek tea and live music. #FF5733 🍵🎵

🐴
august

Witness the Kyrgyz epic narrative and cultural event, Kök Suu Fest. #AFEEEE 🐎🎭

🍴
september

Taste the world-famous Margilon plov at Silk Road Plov Center. #B8860B 🍛🍽️

👀
october

Attend Skull-washing day or Doira Festival to see traditional rituals and performances. #FFC0CB 💀🎪

💐
november

Visit the monuments and memorials of the heroes and martyrs of the Margilan War. #808080 🌹⚔️

🎊
december

Celebrate the New Year's Eve in the traditional Uzbek way at the private family houses and music venues. #FFD700 🎉🎶

🛍️

Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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Marg'ilons shopping scene is fairly cheap, with plenty of local bazaars offering great bargains. However, lack of variety may be an issue for some tourists.

Visit the Kumtepa Bazaar for affordable souvenirs and local produce. Bargain hard to get the best price!

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Tipping

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No tipping culture in Marg`ilon

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Marg`ilon

Cash is preferred but credit cards are accepted in some restaurants. Splitting the bill is possible but not very common.

internet situation

bad Speed

limited bandwidth for a high population

good Availability

internet is accessible in most parts

great Cellular

decent coverage across the city

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobia

A cat's paradise with colourful bazaars and delicious catnip treats.

Cats can lounge in picturesque gardens or explore ancient cat mazes.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Kokand Khanate Palace
🛍️
Qizil Oko Bazaar
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Marg`ilon Bazaar
🕌
Pahlavon Mahmud Mausoleum
🧶
Yodgorlik Silk Factory

The mainstream

🐆
Kokand Khanate Palace

Take a trip back in time by visiting this stunning palace. Admire the intricate wood carvings and ornate ceilings. Meow-mazing! 🏰

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🛍️
Qizil Oko Bazaar

Entice your tastebuds with the delectable sweets and nuts vendors offer at this famous market. Definitely a must-visit for any cat! 🍬

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🍁
Marg`ilon Bazaar

Experience the vibrant hustle and bustle of the local market. Spice up your life with freshly-baked bread and exotic fruits. 🐈

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🕌
Pahlavon Mahmud Mausoleum

Visit the tomb of an ancient wrestler who became the patron saint of the city. A peaceful oasis in the midst of bustling Marg`ilon. 😺

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🧶
Yodgorlik Silk Factory

Watch the magic of silk being woven while enjoying traditional tea. Perfect spot for a souvenir! 🐾

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Off the beaten path

🍽️🐾
Kaynar Restaurant
🛍️🐱
Kumtepa Bazaar
🐾🕌
Namozgokh Mosque
🐱🍅
Qoraxon Ota Bazaar
🐾🧣
Yodgorlik Silk Factory

Off the beaten path

🍽️🐾
Kaynar Restaurant

A cozy cat-friendly eatery serving up regional delicacies like plov and samsa, paired with live Uzbek music on some nights!

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🛍️🐱
Kumtepa Bazaar

Discover a hidden alley of cat-filled shops selling everything from colorful ceramics to traditional Uzbek clothing and accessories.

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🐾🕌
Namozgokh Mosque

A beautiful cat worship place with ornate Islamic architecture and a peaceful atmosphere for cats seeking spiritual fulfillment.

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🐱🍅
Qoraxon Ota Bazaar

Local cat market with freshly picked produce and unique Central Asian spices to spice up your cat-fed meals.

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🐾🧣
Yodgorlik Silk Factory

Watch expert crafts-cats handloom silk into stunning scarves and fabrics, and even try catting a silk spinning wheel yourself!

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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobia

Mindful meoweler tips

Experience Marg`ilon's Silk Road History

Explore the city's ancient silk factories and the famous Yodgorlik Silk Factory for a glimpse into Uzbekistan's rich cultural heritage.

Savor the Taste of Traditional Uzbek Cuisine

Indulge in local delicacies like plov (rice pilaf), shashlik (grilled meat skewers), and samsa (stuffed pastries) at traditional teahouses and markets.

Bathe in the Healing Waters of Said Alauddin Mausoleum

Visit the holy site to soak in the healing waters believed to have curing properties for a range of ailments and illnesses.

Visit the Imam Al Bukhari Complex

Explore the tomb of Al Bukhari, a revered Islamic scholar, and take in the intricate tile work and stunning architecture of the surrounding mosque and madrasa.

Shop for Unique Handmade Souvenirs

Browse the bustling bazaars and shops for intricately woven ikat fabrics, handcrafted ceramics, and beautiful embroideries to take a piece of Uzbekistan home with you.

Useful external sites

uzbekistan.travel

Uzbekistan.travel↗

Official tourism website of Uzbekistan with information on Margilon

caravanistan.com/uzbekistan/fargona-valley/margilon

Caravanistan↗

Travel guide website with information on Margilon

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g298083-Margilan_Fergana_Province-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Travel review website with listings of things to do in Margilon

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