Spring and autumn are ideal due to pleasant weather and vibrant local festivals.

While Jizzakh itself doesn't have any, nearby sites in Samarkand and Bukhara are UNESCO-designated.

Don't miss trying the plov, samsa, and lagman, traditional Uzbek delights.

Many locals use marshrutkas, a shared minibus service, or the occasional taxi.

English is not widely spoken, but visitors can find assistance in hotels and tourist centers.

Modest dress covering shoulders and knees is respectful and typically required.

Yes, hiking in the Nuratau Mountains and visiting Lake Aydar Kul are popular activities.

Local textiles, pottery, and traditional knives make for unique souvenirs.

Navruz, the Persian New Year, is widely celebrated each spring with cultural performances and events.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Tashkent to Jizzakh and back in a day, but an overnight stay allows for more exploration.