Uzbekistan
Nukus
Nukus is the central city of the Republic of Karakalpakstan in Uzbekistan, known for its distinctive autonomous culture. The Nukus Museum of Art and the Museum of History and Culture offer a great introduction to the region's unique art and history.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Nukus Airport (NCU)
- Best season
- Apr–May, Sep–Oct
- Time zone
- Asia/Samarkand
- Sights covered
- 2 places
Sights worth seeing
Museums & galleries
Nukus Museum of Art
This museum holds the world's second-largest collection of Russian avant-garde art. Its collection of more than 80,000 pieces also includes ancient artifacts and Karakalpak folk art.
Museums & galleries
Museum of History and Culture of the Republic of Karakalpakstan
This museum is well known among art lovers for its extensive collection of Russian avant-garde works that were banned during the Soviet era. Alongside this unique collection, visitors can also explore the history and culture of Karakalpakstan.
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