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  • Albert303
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    Trip To Central Asia

    We want to go to Central Asia for two weeks this summer. We have to choose one or two of those countries  : Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan or Turkmenistan. What was the most interesting forthose who traveled there? Could you share any tips and advices?
    Thanks!
    8 years agoin Health & Safety-Beijing
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  • chinaexpat8809
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    I would strongly recommend Uzbekistan
    8 years ago
  • Kirsten
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    I would definitely recommend visiting Uzbekistan. Although a tourist visa (for US citizens) is rather pricey ($160), this country offers an incredible amount of stunning architectural, historical and archaeological sites, as well as museums. Great shopping in bazaars and flea markets. Most of all very friendly, helpful, gracious people. Very safe for female travelers. Advice: Stay in small guesthouses rather than the larger hotels--these are very expensive! During the summer Uzbekistan is extremely hot and dry--dress accordingly (butmodestly!) I love the food; I eat from street vendors there--have never gotten "deathly" ill but recommend bringing prescription meds just in case! The cuisine is not vegetarian-friendly, though. Travel within the country is very cheap--I recommend the train, or hired taxi for trips between the larger cities.
    8 years ago
  • Abongile11
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    I haven't been to any of them yet, but they're all on my list. If I had to pick just one it would probably be Turkmenistan. After visiting North Korea last year, Turkmenistan sounds like the weirdest place on Earth I haven't been yet. The gas crater (or "door to Hell") looks amazing too :)
    8 years ago

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