Pskem Range

The Pskem Range is an imposing mountain chain in the Western Tien Shan, forming the border between Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. Stretching for about 160 kilometers, it contains some of the highest peaks in Uzbek territory, including Adelung Peak (4,301 meters) and Beshtor Peak (4,299 meters). The landscape is characterized by high alpine summits, perennial snowfields, and small glaciers that serve as the headwaters for numerous mountain streams. these waters feed into the Pskem River, a primary tributary of the Charvak Reservoir. Vegetation consists mostly of mountain meadows and scrubland, with the upper elevations being largely barren and rocky. Geologically, the range is dominated by crystalline schists, sandstones, and granites. Due to the extreme altitudes and rugged terrain, the region is sparsely populated and serves primarily as a vital nature conservation area and a site for demanding mountaineering expeditions.

Nearby cities

Tashkent

Capital of Uzbekistan and the economic as well as cultural center of the country.

History & landmarks

Tashkent TV Tower

At 375 meters high, it is the tallest structure in Uzbekistan and offers a spectacular view.

Amir Timur Museum

The museum is dedicated to the life and legacy of the conqueror Timur, standing out with its blue dome.

Navoi Theater

The national opera and ballet theater is named after the poet Alisher Navoi and boasts impressive classical architecture.

Minor Mosque

A relatively new mosque built entirely of white marble, located on the banks of a canal in Tashkent.

Kukeldash Madrasah

A 16th-century Islamic school located near the Chorsu Bazaar in Tashkent.

More places

Pskem Valley

A picturesque, narrow valley in the western Tian Shan, surrounded by rugged mountains and the crystal-clear Pskem river.

Maidantal Range

A northern mountain section in the Tian Shan, known for its harsh climatic conditions and wide alpine meadows.

Chatkal Range

A western spur of the Tian Shan mountains, known for picturesque alpine lakes and deep gorges.

Ugam Range

A wild mountainous region with deeply incised river valleys, located on the border with Kazakhstan.

Karjantau Range

A smaller but steep mountain massif near Tashkent, often visited by nature lovers and hikers.

Chirchiq Valley

A broad, agriculturally used valley in the Tashkent region, formed by the Chirchiq river.

Tashkent Zoo

A spacious zoo in the Uzbek capital featuring exotic animals and large open enclosures.

Tashkent Botanical Garden

One of the largest and oldest botanical gardens in Central Asia, offering an immense variety of plant species.