Uzbekistan’s history is a rich and complex narrative shaped by ancient civilizations, empires, trade, conquest, and cultural exchanges. Located at the heart of Central Asia, Uzbekistan was once a crossroads of the ancient Silk Road, connecting the East and the West. The region has been influenced by numerous civilizations, from the ancient Persians and Greeks to the rise of Islamic dynasties and the Mongol Empire. Uzbekistan became part of the Soviet Union in the 20th century, and since gai...
