Samarqand Region

Samarqand Region is an administrative territory in east-central Uzbekistan that covers a vast expanse stretching across multiple districts and population centers. The region encompasses varied landscapes and serves as a major hub connecting different parts of the country.

The area was organized as an administrative region in 1938 and has remained a significant part of central Asian structure since then. It has developed over decades as a center for trade and settlement.

The region is connected by a network of railways and roads that make travel between cities straightforward. Visitors will find a well-developed transportation system for exploring different parts of the territory.

The region contains significant quarries where building materials such as marble and granite are extracted. These natural resources play an important role in the local economy and construction industry.

Location: Uzbekistan

Inception: January 15, 1938

Capital city: Samarkand

Elevation above the sea: 577 m

Shares border with: Navoiy Region, Qashqadaryo Region, Jizzakh Region

Website: http://samarkand.uz

GPS coordinates: 39.83333,66.25000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:15