Info for Travellers

Welcome to Karakalpakstan — a unique region of Uzbekistan that will amaze you with its cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and rich history!

Visa and Customs Regulations

Most foreign citizens require a visa to enter Uzbekistan. Check the requirements on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan (www.mfa.uz) or use the simplified electronic visa system (e-visa.gov.uz).

Transportation

Karakalpakstan is conveniently located and accessible by air, rail, and road.

Flights: Regular flights are available to the international airport in Nukus (www.uzairways.com)..
Trains: Comfortable trains connect Nukus with Tashkent and other major cities in Uzbekistan and neighboring countries (www.railway.uz).
Cars: Car rentals (with drivers) and taxis are available for traveling around the region.

Climate and Best Time to Visit

Karakalpakstan has a desert climate with hot summers and cool winters. The best times to visit are spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) when the weather is most comfortable. However, there are also exciting tourism products available in summer and winter.

Attractions

The Igor Savitsky Museum of Art: A renowned collection of avant-garde art.
Ayaz-Kala Fortress and other ancient cities: Unique historical landmarks.
Muynak and the Aral Sea: Inspiring landscapes and a testament to ecological changes.
The stunning canyons of Ustyurt.
Barsakelmes Salt Flat: A unique salt desert that was once the seabed.
The Mizdakhkan Complex: A site with a unique love story, the Apocalypse Clock, and more.

Accommodation

Karakalpakstan offers hotels, guesthouses, and yurt camps to suit all budgets. It is recommended to book your accommodation in advance, especially during the high season.

Cuisine

Taste traditional dishes from local (Karakalpak, Uzbek, Kazakh, and Turkmen) cuisines: gurtik, plov, balyk-sorpa (fish soup), fresh homemade bread, and more. For those with a sweet tooth, visiting local bazaars to try Eastern sweets is a must.

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