Samarkand's treasures ever closer to Italy: new direct flights from Malpensa to Uzbekistan coming soon
One of the most famous cities in the world is Samarkand-in Italy made famous by Roberto Vecchioni's song of the same name- [...]
One of the most famous cities in the world is Samarkand - in Italy made famous by Roberto Vecchioni's song of the same name - a stop on the ancient Silk Road. Former capital of theUzbekistan, today is a modern city, perhaps the most European in the entire country but rich in history and culture. Among its various riches, the city holds the necropolis of Shah-i-Zinda, incredible place with breathtaking colors and textures.
In this article:
A two-hour train ride from Samarkand is. Tashkent, a city washed by the Circik and Keles rivers, the current capital of Uzbekistan with a international airport (TAS) which is distant Only 12 kilometers from the city center, About 10 minutes by cab.
And then there is Urgench - another beautiful Uzbek city on the border with Turkmenistan - with a international airport (UGC) which is distant only 5 kilometers from the center. They are all very beautiful cities and are located in a country where everything seems to be suspended in time-with UNESCO World Heritage archaeological sites and locations where there is a fascinating atmosphere steeped in the past and traditions.
But theUzbekistan, in the heart of theCentral Asia, is not only a surprisingly very modern country but is an ideal destination in which to spend the vacations, away from mass tourism.
Already for several years precisely because of its undiscovered beauty and charm, and the growing interest from Italian travelers, Uzbekistan is moving closer and closer to Italy thanks to new connections and direct flights with Rome and Milan.
Since last year Uzbekistan Airways, the country's national airline - has upgraded and increased flights from Rome Fiumicino. Departure is scheduled every Sunday at 9:20 p.m. and arrival at Tashkent, the Uzbek capital, at 06:20 the following day (local time); on the reverse leg, however, it will depart at 14:00 from the capital, make a stop at Urgench and at 4:45 p.m. we will depart for Rome in which we will arrive at 7 p.m. (local time).
What's new now, however, concerns Qanot Sharq Airlines, a fast-growing Uzbek airline, which announced. New direct connections between Milan Malpensa and Uzbekistan., operational April 1 to November 1 next year, 2026.
Flights will be operated with Airbus A321neo aircraft, and will follow--as shown in the table--the route Tashkent (TAS) - Milan Malpensa (MXP) round trip, or Urgench (UGC)- Milan Malpensa, round trip.
This new connection, in addition to those already in place, is certainly a great opportunity for Italian travelers to get to know a country that has much to offer and where there is much to see.
