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Episode 10: Andijan: Where the Silk Road Lives On

Episode 10: Andijan: Where the Silk Road Lives On

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In this episode, we explore the city of Andijan, located in the eastern part of Uzbekistan’s Fergana Valley. From its origins as an ancient city to its status as the birthplace of Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire, Andijan is rich in history and culture. Once a vital hub along the Silk Road, it now thrives with lush agriculture and a growing automotive industry.

We'll also take you on a tour of the region’s major attractions, including ancient ruins, mausoleums, sanatoriums, mosques, historical buildings, and traditional Uzbek homes—revealing a unique blend of past and present that defines this remarkable city.

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