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Nurata Nature Reserve

A strict state reserve on the northern slopes of the Nuratau ridge, set up to protect walnut and fruit woodland and the wild sheep that live there.

Nature1975About 5 hours to see

About the place

The reserve protects mountain valleys where wild walnut, almond and other fruit trees grow, along with juniper on the higher slopes. Its best-known animal is the Severtsov's wild sheep, a rare subspecies found only in this part of Uzbekistan.

As a strict reserve, it is mainly for research and conservation, and visitors cannot wander in freely. Walks along its edge and wildlife viewing are possible with guides from the nearby villages.

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  1. 1.Wikidata

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