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Kokand is a city in eastern Uzbekistan, with a long history dating back to the 10th century. It was the capital of the Khanate of Kokand, a major hub for trade on the Silk Route, and a center of Islamic culture and architecture.
A Central Asian polity in the Fergana Valley from 1709 to 1876, ruled by various Uzbek emirs. It was defeated by Bukhara, Russia, and Kyrgyz tribes, and its territory is now divided among Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan.
Kokand is a historic city in the Fergana Valley, once the capital of the Kokand Khanate. Explore its palaces, mosques, madrassas and monuments with Central Asia Guide.
Kokand was the capital of a khanate that ruled the Fergana Valley in the 19th century. It was annexed by Russia in 1876 and is now a transport hub and a cultural centre in eastern Uzbekistan.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Kokand is the oldest city on the Great Silk Road and the capital of handicraft in Uzbekistan. Learn about its history, monuments, cuisine, souvenirs, photo zones and more in this comprehensive travel guide.
Kokand, located in the western part of the fertile Fergana Valley, is one of the oldest cities along the legendary Great Silk Road. Its origins stretch far back into history, and the city played a central role in transcontinental trade and cultural exchange.
Learn about the history, culture and attractions of Kokand, the most tourist-friendly city in the Fergana Valley. Find out how to get there, where to stay and what to do in this comprehensive guide.
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