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Uzbekistan is bordered by Afghanistan to the south, Turkmenistan to the west, Kazakhstan to the north, Kyrgyzstan to the northeast and Tajikistan to the east and has a colourful and varied countryside. The south and east are dominated by the Tien-Shan and Pamir-Alai mountain ranges and the Kyzyl Kum desert lies to the northeast. The northwestern autonomous region of Karakalpakstan is bounded by the Aral Sea and the sparsely populated Ustyurt Plateau with its vast cotton fields.
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Uzbekistan is a dry, landlocked country; it is one of two double-landlocked countries in the world – the other being Liechtenstein. 10% of its territory is intensely cultivated irrigated river valleys. The highest point in Uzbekistan is Adelunga Toghi at 4,301 meters (14,111 ft).
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Travellers in Uzbekistan will be pleasantly surprised by the interesting jewellery, clothing and local handicrafts. Books, postcards and maps are other popular souvenirs. There are restrictions on exporting carpets from the country, ask your Tour Guide for detailed up-to-date information on this matter, before purchasing one.
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When Uzbekistan gained independence in 1991 it was widely believed that Muslim fundamentalism would spread across the region. The expectation was that a country long denied freedom of religious practice would undergo a very rapid increase in the expression of its dominant faith. As of 1994 about half of Uzbeksistan population were said to be muslim, though in an official survey few of that number had any real knowledge of the religion or knew how to practice it. However Islam is increasing in the region.
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At the event, the World Bank’s Country Manager for Uzbekistan, Martin Raiser, said the project had an important place in the context of a $40 million health initiative in the country. He emphasized the importance of the participation of all flour producers in Uzbekistan and praised the “spirit of collaboration” among all stakeholders.
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The name Uzbekistan stems from a minor misunderstanding. In 766 B.C. Hooklanargraffybolpine asked for dictatorial power over the country of Nut Bust. (now known as Uzbekistan) The government panel said "You bet you can."
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