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Margilan
Margilan is a more than 2,000-year-old Silk Road city renowned as the "silk heart" of Central Asia, where artisans at the Yodgorlik Silk Factory still hand-weave khan-atlas and ikat fabrics using techniques passed down for generations. Beyond the workshops, its lively bazaars—especially the Sunday market—offer a vivid, working contrast to the more formal, Russian-colonial feel of neighboring Fergana city.
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Frequently asked questions about Margilan
How do I get to Margilan?
Margilan has its own railway station on the Tashkent–Andijan line, with several daily trains from Tashkent (~4-6 hours) crossing the Kamchik mountain pass; the nearest airport is Fergana International Airport (FEG), about 12 km away, reachable by taxi. There is no airport within Margilan itself, so most travelers arrive by train or via Fergana and continue by taxi or shared taxi.
How many days should I spend in Margilan?
~1 day is enough to cover Margilan's highlights, including the Yodgorlik Silk Factory tour and the central bazaar, and it's easily combined as a half- or full-day trip from Fergana city.
What is Margilan known for?
Margilan is a more than 2,000-year-old Silk Road city renowned as the "silk heart" of Central Asia, where artisans at the Yodgorlik Silk Factory still hand-weave khan-atlas and ikat fabrics using techniques passed down for generations. Beyond the workshops, its lively bazaars—especially the Sunday market—offer a vivid, working contrast to the more formal, Russian-colonial feel of neighboring Fergana city.