Curated OER
Suzani From Bukhara
Students are introduced to the technique of suzani. Using a map, they locate Uzbekistan and trace some people's heritage back to Genghis Khan. Individually, they decorate their own replica suzani on recycled paper and present them to the...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Uzbekistan
A thorough look at Uzbekistan from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
BBC
Bbc: News: Collapse of the Ussr 10 Years On
Extensive information about the collapse of the USSR. Includes an interactive timeline from 1985 through 1991, an interactive map of the countries of the USSR with country profiles and timelines, eyewitness accounts of the collapse of...
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Uzbekistan
Learn about religion in Uzbekistan, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile. Includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Other
Geographic.org: Uzbekistan Government 2002
Geographic.org's guide to Uzbekistan. This particular page provides background info about the country's government including political parties, nt'l holidays, capitol and more. Easily links to Uzbekistan geography, economy, history,...
Other
Asia Society: Policy
A comprehensive storehouse of all types of information on Asia, both current and past: maps and statistics, Asian food, travel guides, photographs, articles, timelines, and more. Asia Source is the work of the Asia Society, a national...
Peace Corps
Peace Corps: Stories
This resource shares many stories of volunteers and their experiences helping people in different lands.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Uzbekistan
Learn about core health indicators in Uzbekistan in this World Health Organization country profile which includes demographic and current health information.
US Department of State
Us Department of State: Archive: Uzbekistan
This site has information on the people, economy, government, and history of Uzbekistan. Information current to January 2012.
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Uzbekistan
Read about the relationship between the United States and the Republic of Uzbekistan. (July 2018)
Curated OER
University of Texas: Maps: Major Ethnic Groups in Central Asia
Here's a great map that shows all the different ethic groups in Central Asia with pie graphs for each country showing the percentage of the groups.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Maps: Central Asia: Fuel and Energy Centers
Looking for coal reserves in Central Asia? This map from the University of Texas shows the fuel reserves and energy sources in the Central Asia region.
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University of Texas: Uzbekistan
A political map of Uzbekistan from the Perry-Castaneda collection showing the cities, province boundaries, major highways and railroads.
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University of Texas: Uzbekistan: Relief Map
A relief map of Uzbekistan clearly showing the mountainous eastern region and relatively flat west. Bodies of water are also marked on the map.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: A Face of Islam [Pdf]
A discussion and analysis of Muhammad-Sodiq Muhammad-Yusef, the most important and unofficial spiritual leader of Uzbekistan. The author argues that Muhammda-Sodiq's goal is to create an Islamist state. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Uzbekistan
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Uzbekistan, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Other
The Roberts Report on Central Asia and Kazakhstan
A blog site published by Dr. Sean P. Roberts the Central Asian Affairs Fellow at Georgetown University in Washington D.C. Looks at political events across Central Asia. Provides numerous links to related subjects.
Other
Usaid: Uzbekistan
This country profile by USAID concentrates on political and economic conditions in Uzbekistan.
Other
Usaid: Uzbekistan
This country profile by USAID concentrates on political and economic conditions in Uzbekistan.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Who Will Succeed Central Asia's Dominate Leaders?
A March 2007 summary examination of the political leadership in Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Uzbekistan
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Uzbekistan in Central Asia. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Uzbeks
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Uzbeks in Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and China. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Karakalpaks
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Karakalpaks in Uzbekistan and neighboring countries. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion,...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Uzbekistan
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Uzbekistan. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It...