Uzbekistan Good to know

Uzbekistan is very interesting because of its diverse culture and traditions. The country also offers a wide array of beautiful art pieces as well as architectural sites for those who are keen to Muslim Architecture. For these reasons, the country frequently has visitors. Anyone who wishes to be added to the list of incomers, should be forewarned a few things.

First of all, the country's police officers can be dishonest at times. There are instances when tourists were brought to secluded areas for extortion. The best thing for travelers to do is to have their identification documents always at hand in case of emergencies.

Another thing that travelers should know is that money changers in this country sometimes run out of large bills. Thus, people who get huge sums of money exchanged are handed over money bags. Travelers should be careful with these money bags as they are like lighthouses for thieves.

A third thing, relative to money is the ATM machines and credit cards. There is not much use for these things in the country. Credit cards are rarely honored and ATMs are non-existent. Sometimes cold-hard cash is even better than these plastic cards.