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Uzbekistan Welcomes 489 Tourists from Australia in Two Months

Uzbekistan Welcomes 489 Tourists from Australia in Two Months
Uzbekistan Welcomes 489 Tourists from Australia in Two Months

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — According to the National Statistics Committee, 489 Australian citizens visited Uzbekistan in January and February 2026 for tourism and other purposes.

This figure is 121 more than during the same period in 2025.

Most visitors — 390 people — came for leisure travel. Additionally, 40 arrived to visit relatives, 20 for business purposes, 31 for official matters, and 8 for education.

The increase in Australian tourists reflects Uzbekistan’s growing international reputation as a safe and attractive destination for both leisure and business travel.

Askar Yakubov
Askar Yakubov

Askar Yakubov is a professional photojournalist with extensive experience in news and reportage photography. He specializes in fast-paced coverage of social, political, cultural, international, business, and community events, with a sharp eye for capturing expressive shots and conveying the atmosphere of an event under tight time constraints. His skill set spans reportage, portrait, and documentary photography, along with image editing and color correction, and preparing photo materials for media and digital platforms. He is known for his professionalism, adherence to editorial standards, and ability to work both independently and as part of a shooting team.