Fergana Region

Fergana Region is an administrative division in eastern Uzbekistan situated within a triangular valley bordered by mountain ranges. The terrain contains fertile land where agriculture has shaped settlement patterns and land use for generations.

The region came under Arab control in the 8th century and later experienced invasions by Mongol and Timurid forces. These shifts in power left marks on the architecture and settlement patterns that remain visible today.

The region is home to several ethnic groups including Uzbeks, Tajiks, and Kyrgyz who live alongside one another and maintain their own customs. This diversity shows itself in the local markets, craft workshops, and the way people shape their daily lives here.

The area is known for cotton production, fruit orchards, and silk making, all dependent on extensive irrigation systems. Visitors should understand that the daily rhythm here is heavily shaped by agricultural activities and seasonal changes.

Archaeological finds from the Bronze Age reveal that people lived and traded here for thousands of years. These artifacts, some now in museums, tell the story of early civilizations that shaped this region.

Location: Uzbekistan

Inception: January 15, 1938

Capital city: Fergana

Elevation above the sea: 400 m

Shares border with: Namangan Region, Andijan Region, Osh Region, Batken Region

Website: http://en.ferghana.uz

GPS coordinates: 40.43000,71.35000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:33