Uzbekistan, Oct. 3 -- Uzbekistan will introduce new types of paid tourism starting January 1, 2025, under the decision of the Cabinet of Ministers, effective from September 26, 2024. The decision aims to enhance the country's tourism potential by offering new experiences for both local and foreign visitors. These include:

Industrial tourism: Visitors can learn about production processes.

- Geological tourism: Visitors can observe mining operations for gold, ore, and other minerals, visit inactive geological sites, and watch rock-blasting activities from a safe distance. Excursions and expert interactions will also be organized in mountainous areas.

- Scientific tourism: Tourists can explore scientific achievements through visits to re...