Fergana region
Pearl placer of Uzbekistan
About the region
Ferghana region is one of the most picturesque and rich places in Uzbekistan. It is located in the Ferghana valley in the middle of the Pamir-Alai and Tien-Shan mountain systems.
The name of Ferghana reflects the essence of this magnificent place – "a valley surrounded by mountains".
This place is called the "Cradle of ancient civilizations". Numerous ancient monuments, artifacts, and ruins of ancient cities were found here. Cities such as Kokand, Margilan, and Rishtan are a valuable historical heritage of the entire Central Asian people.
Geography
Surrounded by the Tien Shan and Pamir-Altai mountains, the Ferghana region is located in the South of the Ferghana valley.
