Surxondaryo Region

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Surxondaryo Region, Administrative region in southern Uzbekistan.

Surxondaryo Region encompasses extensive river valleys bordered by the Gissar Range, Babatag Mountains, and Amu Darya River, covering 20,100 square kilometers.

The region, established in March 1941, contains numerous archaeological sites, including ancient settlements, Buddhist temples, and medieval Islamic architectural monuments.

The population of 2.7 million residents includes 83 percent Uzbeks and 12.5 percent Tajiks, with most inhabitants living in rural communities.

The region maintains 2,700 kilometers of paved roads and 300 kilometers of railways, connecting the capital Termez with other major cities.

Surxondaryo Region contains the Khazrati Sulton peak at 4,643 meters, marking the highest elevation point in Uzbekistan.

Location: Uzbekistan

Inception: March 6, 1941

Capital city: Termez

Elevation above the sea: 535 m

Shares border with: Qashqadaryo Region

Website: http://surxon.gov.uz

GPS coordinates: 38.00000,67.50000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:54

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