Samarkand is the capital of the Samarkand Province of Uzbekistan. The city is famous for its central location on the Asian Silk Road between China and other western countries. With a population of over 400,000 permanent residents, Samarkand is the second largest city in the country and a listed World Heritage Site.
The climate of Samarkand is continental in nature with dry, hot summers and cold winters. July is the hottest month whereas January is the coldest. Occasional snowfall is experienced in the city. The best time to visit the city is either in spring or in autumn.
Historically, Samarkand is about 2,500 years old and is regarded as one of the oldest cities in the world. Today, Samarkand is a rapidly developing city with tourism as the main component of its economy.
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