Ciudad de Shahrisabz

Shahrisabz is one of the most beautiful and peaceful cities of Uzbekistan. Its name, translated from Persian, means "green city" and this description fits Shahrisabz very well, because the city is truly a city buried in the emerald green of its parks and rivers.

Sights of Shahrisabz. Shahrisabz has a number of cultural-heritage and architectural monuments that are of interest to visitors in accordance with its rich history. 20 noteworthy architectural objects of Kokhna Kesh, 3 of them are included in the book of universal human values ​​of UNESCO. In addition, the city is rich in facilities that provide cultural recreation of people with the gifts of mother nature.
Architectural monuments of Shahirsabz:
Tomb of Sheikh Shamsiddin Kulol
Blue dome mosque
Gumbazi Sayyidon mausoleum
Mausoleum of Jahangir Mirza
Amir Temur's underground prison
Hazrat Imam Mosque
White Palace complex
Chorsu complex
Koba Caravan Palace
Chubin madrasa
Shrine of Sheikh Arslanbaba  

Resorts in Shahrisabz: 
Miraki Tourist Zone
Miraki sanatorium
Falconry
Waterfall
Gelon ethno village
Hisorak resort
Mingchinor recreation center
Mingchinor sanatorium
Yosh-alangachi camp

Places to get modern knowledge:
Shahrisabz vocational training center (KOICA)
IT park
Shahrisabz State University
Branch of the Tashkent Institute of Chemical Technology
 

Places for leisure time:
Shahrisabz State Museum Reserve
Navruz Park
Basil garden
Zoopark

Climate. The natural climate of Shahrisabz is noteworthy for its mild weather. Rivers, canals and underground waters flowing through the region moisten the atmosphere of the city and provide a pleasant climate. However, it is recommended to wear glasses, an umbrella or a hat when going out on hot days.

Gifts, souveniers and traditional craftsmanship
It is not an exaggeration that the customs and traditions of Shakhrisabz, which have reached the present day from its rich history, encourage the artisans of the city to create historical items and tools. Artisans, potters, carpet makers, wood carvers, cradle makers, blacksmiths, embroiderers, painters, musicians, sculptors and other craftsmen working in the Shakhrisabz State Museum Reserve offer their pieces of arts to tourists and visitors who come from different foreign countries. In addition, craftsmen are teaching the peculiarities and secrets of their mastery to young people who have a passion for craftsmanship continuing the tradition of "Master-Apprentice"
If you come to Shakhrisabz, be sure to visit the Shakhrisabz State Museum-Reserve and do not lose the chance of getting impressions that you cannot find anywhere else in the world, as well as gifts and souvenirs from the city of Ancient Kesh for your friends.

Kitchen (gastronomy)
Shakhrisabz, like other cities of the world, is rich in restaurants, cafes, bars, canteens and kitchens that offer national and foreign dishes. The taste of the dishes prepared from livestock products from the Hisar mountain range is the reason for the recognition of tourists and guests.
If you visit Shakhrisabz, definitely visit Chorsu restaurant. You will certainly enjoy appetizing meals and the stunning architecture of the restaurant. The courtesy of the staff will also attract your attention. It is also worth mentioning the dishes of Shakhrisabz, which are different from other cities of Kashkadarya region such as pilaf, somsa, tandir kebab, yakhna go’sht (stewed meat), qizilcha (fried meat), and some special beverages like goja (made from yogurt/kefir and wheat), chalop (beverage made from yogurt/kefir) which quenches thirst in the heat of summer, and various fruit juices deserve special recognition.
While you are in Shakhrisabz, do not miss the chance of visiting Shakhrisabz Farmers’ Market and New Kesh markets in the city center, along with the Arabon Complex, and enjoy unique flavors of the fresh and dried fruits as well as the local products.

Photography
Photos are considered an unseperable part of travelling! When you are in Shakhrisabz, we will certainly introduce you to its ancient steps and corners rich in natural scenery.

Attention! Don't forget that women are not allowed to wear revealing clothes when visiting the religious attractions of Uzbekistan. It is recommended to wear long clothes that cover their shoulders, waist and legs.

1. Shakhrisabz State Museum-Reserve, here you find yourself like entering an open-air museum including architectural monuments consisting of ancient steps. Taking photos of each object is available.
2. Parks located in the center of the city: "Navruz" park, where you can enjoy the attractions for young people and rowing boats in the middle of the park, and capture your impressions in photos.
3. You can visit the town of Miraki, which is 30 minutes away from Shakhrisabz, and take pictures of your trips on the Hisorak Reservoir by boat.
4. You will be able to go on a mountain trip to Takhtakoracha pass, which is 40 minutes away from Shakhrisabz, and make your impressions memorable just taking photos.
5. You can visit the Zoo, which is considered the only one in Kashkadarya, and you can get to know the world of animals from other countries in the Hisar mountain range. In the meantime you can feed the animals and enrich your photo gallery.
Shakhrisabz is also a developing city in the field of education. Universities, academies and scientific centers play an important role in the development of the city. It has also a significant impact on improving the quality of education, developing innovations in new fields and training highly qualified specialists. The city strives to preserve the environment, invest in natural resources, improve energy efficiency, and be more robust with environmental laws. This allows to improve the quality of life of the city's citizens, create new opportunities and strengthen the ecological way of life