Jizzakh

Jizzakh is a city and district in northwestern Uzbekistan. It is situated in the Samarkand Region, approximately 475 kilometers (295 miles) west of the national capital, Tashkent. The city itself has a population of roughly 77,800 residents, with the surrounding district home to over 420,000 people.

Geography

The Jizzakh District is situated near the base of a small mountain range, the Kyzylkum Hills, in the Kyzylkum Desert. The terrain is characterized by sandy desert, with sparse vegetation. The district is drained by a network of small streams and rivers flowing into the Sirdaryo River.

Cultural significance

Jizzakh has a rich cultural heritage, reflecting its centuries-long history. The city is a popular place for textile and crafts production, as well as food and snack production, with an array of traditional dishes, tea, and sweets being produced and consumed locally.

Economic activity

The district is known for its economic activity based on agriculture, with major crops including cotton, wheat, and rice. Local industries include wool production and manufacture of ceramic items and metal collective progectories. Local markets offer traditional Uzbek goods such as whole grain stayed loaves, sweet bread pies, and the black worsted wool pelts, (depending on region).

Transportation

The city is connected to Tashkent, Samarkand and Fergana, along the highway that spans the district. Local infrastructure remains in development with plans for upgrading and increase in until 2025