Zaamin State Nature Reserve, Protected mountain reserve in Jizzakh Region, Uzbekistan
Zaamin State Nature Reserve is a protected mountain area in Jizzakh Region that covers mountainous terrain across a wide landscape. The land shifts between forested valleys, rocky peaks, and alpine meadows as elevation changes from roughly 1,760 to 3,500 meters.
This territory holds traces of ancient settlements over 2,500 years old linked to the historical region of Ustrushana in Central Asia. These archaeological findings show that the area has long been part of the cultural networks of highland communities.
The name Zaamin originates from Persian and Tajik languages, reflecting the agricultural heritage of this territory through its meaning of cultivated land.
Access comes through established trails from the larger cities of Samarkand and Tashkent, with guided tours available for nature observation. It helps to connect with local guides in advance to plan the best route and timing for your visit.
The reserve holds over 880 plant species and is home to rare animals like the Turkestan lynx, black stork, and Central Asian ibex in their natural habitat. This animal variety makes it an important refuge for threatened species in the region.
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