Uzbekistan Prayer Times
Islamic prayer times (namaz and salah) for every city in Uzbekistan: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha and Azan times, updated daily.
Islamic prayer times for Uzbekistan. PrayerAll provides accurate daily prayer schedules for 20 cities across Uzbekistan. Prayer times in Uzbekistan are calculated using the Muslim World League method. Main timezone: Asia/Tashkent. All prayer times include Fajr, Sunrise, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. Times are updated daily and calculated based on each city's geographic coordinates. Source: PrayerAll.com – Global Islamic prayer time reference for Muslims worldwide.
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General Prayer Time Questions
How accurate is the prayer time for Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan uses the Muslim World League (MWL) method for calculating prayer times, with Fajr at 18° and Isha at 17° below the horizon. The Muslim Board of Uzbekistan publishes official prayer schedules that are used by registered mosques throughout the country. Uzbekistan operates on Uzbekistan Time (UZT, UTC+5) year-round without daylight saving time. The country spans multiple degrees of longitude, creating variations in prayer times between western Nukus and eastern Tashkent. Friday prayers draw significant attendance at major mosques, particularly the historic mosques of Samarkand and Bukhara that remain active places of worship alongside their status as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Why are prayer times different between apps and mosques?
Prayer times can vary slightly due to different calculation methods, angles for Fajr and Isha, and whether the location uses summer time adjustments. We use the most widely accepted method for each region.
Which prayer time should I use to break my fast during Ramadan?
You should break your fast at Maghrib (sunset) time. This is when the sun has completely set below the horizon. The Maghrib time shown is calculated precisely for your location.
Is the sunrise time shown a prayer time?
No, sunrise is not a prayer time. It marks the end of Fajr prayer time and the beginning of the prohibited time for prayer. You cannot pray when the sun is rising until it has risen completely (about 15-20 minutes after sunrise).
About Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is the heart of Central Asia's Islamic heritage, home to approximately 34 million people with Muslims comprising around 96% of the population. This predominantly Sunni nation, following the Hanafi school, contains some of the most significant sites in Islamic history, including the legendary cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. These ancient Silk Road centers were once the crown jewels of Islamic scholarship, architecture, and culture.
Islamic Heritage in Uzbekistan
Islam arrived in the region during the Arab conquest of Transoxiana in the 8th century. The region quickly became a major center of Islamic civilization, producing legendary scholars including Imam al-Bukhari (compiler of Sahih al-Bukhari, the most authentic hadith collection), Imam at-Tirmidhi, and Al-Khwarizmi (the father of algebra). Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva became renowned centers of Islamic learning that attracted scholars from across the Muslim world.
The Timurid Empire (14th-15th centuries), founded by Amir Timur (Tamerlane), ushered in a golden age of Islamic architecture. The Registan in Samarkand, with its three magnificent madrasas, the Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis are masterpieces of Islamic art. Bukhara's historic center, including the Kalyan Minaret and the Mir-i-Arab Madrasa, earned it the title 'Pillar of Islam' and contained over 350 mosques at its peak.
Soviet rule (1924-1991) severely suppressed religious practice, closing most mosques and madrasas. Since independence, Uzbekistan has carefully managed Islamic revival. The Tashkent Islamic University trains state-approved imams, and the country promotes 'Uzbek Islam' emphasizing the Hanafi tradition and regional scholarly heritage. The Muslim Board of Uzbekistan oversees religious affairs, and Imam al-Bukhari's mausoleum near Samarkand has become a major pilgrimage site.
Prayer Time Practices in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan uses the Muslim World League (MWL) method for calculating prayer times, with Fajr at 18° and Isha at 17° below the horizon. The Muslim Board of Uzbekistan publishes official prayer schedules that are used by registered mosques throughout the country.
Uzbekistan operates on Uzbekistan Time (UZT, UTC+5) year-round without daylight saving time. The country spans multiple degrees of longitude, creating variations in prayer times between western Nukus and eastern Tashkent. Friday prayers draw significant attendance at major mosques, particularly the historic mosques of Samarkand and Bukhara that remain active places of worship alongside their status as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Major Mosques in Uzbekistan
Minor Mosque
Tashkent
Uzbekistan's newest grand mosque, completed in 2014 with stunning white marble construction and blue domes. Its name means 'minaret' and it serves as a major Friday prayer venue in the capital, representing modern Uzbek Islamic architecture while honoring traditional Central Asian design.
Capacity: 10,000 worshippers
Hazrati Imam Complex
Tashkent
A major religious complex containing the Barak-Khan Madrasa, the Mausoleum of Abu Bakr Kaffal Shashi, and the Muyi Mubarak Library. The library houses the famous Uthman Quran, one of the oldest Quran manuscripts in the world, believed to be stained with the blood of Caliph Uthman.
Capacity: 5,000 worshippers
Bibi-Khanym Mosque
Samarkand
A monumental 15th-century mosque commissioned by Amir Timur after his campaign in India. Once the largest mosque in Central Asia, its grand portal, massive courtyard, and soaring dome represent the ambition of Timurid architecture. Extensively restored, it remains a functioning mosque and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Capacity: 10,000 worshippers
Kalyan Mosque
Bukhara
Part of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, this 16th-century congregational mosque is one of the largest in Central Asia. Adjacent to the iconic Kalyan Minaret (1127), it features 288 domed bays supported by 208 pillars. The mosque has been the main Friday mosque of Bukhara for centuries.
Capacity: 12,000 worshippers
Juma Mosque
Khiva
A unique 10th-century mosque notable for its 213 carved wooden columns, many from the original construction. Located within the Ichan Kala (inner fortress) UNESCO site, it represents the distinctive architectural style of the Khiva khanate.
Capacity: 3,000 worshippers
Tillya-Kori Mosque-Madrasa
Samarkand
The central building of the Registan ensemble, built in the 17th century. The mosque portion features a stunning gold-leafed interior that gives it its name ('gilded' in Tajik). It continues to function as a mosque while serving as one of Central Asia's most photographed monuments.
Capacity: 2,000 worshippers
Imam al-Bukhari Complex
Near Samarkand
A modern complex built in 1998 around the mausoleum of Imam al-Bukhari, compiler of Sahih al-Bukhari. Located in Khartang village, it includes a mosque, library, and museum, attracting pilgrims from across the Muslim world.
Capacity: 5,000 worshippers
Ramadan in Uzbekistan
Ramadan in Uzbekistan combines Islamic devotion with the country's rich cultural traditions. Known locally as Ramazon Hayiti, the holy month sees increased mosque attendance and family gatherings. While the government maintains secular policies, Ramadan is respected, and Eid al-Fitr (Hayit) is a national holiday. The historic mosques of Samarkand and Bukhara host special Taraweeh prayers in extraordinary settings.
Uzbek iftar traditions feature the national dish plov (rice pilaf with meat), samsa (meat pastries), shurpa (soup), and abundant fresh fruits. Non (flatbread) is essential at every iftar, along with green tea. Families often break fast together with dates and water before the main meal. Charitable giving is important, with communities ensuring less fortunate families have food for iftar. Eid celebrations include visiting family graves, preparing special sweets like halva and nisholda, and hosting large family gatherings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Bukhara in Islamic history?
Bukhara, known as the 'Pillar of Islam,' was one of the greatest centers of Islamic learning for centuries. At its peak, it contained over 350 mosques and numerous madrasas. It produced countless scholars and was a major stop on the Silk Road. Its historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What prayer calculation method is used in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan uses the Muslim World League (MWL) method, with Fajr at 18° and Isha at 17° below the horizon.
Who was Imam al-Bukhari?
Imam Muhammad al-Bukhari (810-870 CE) was born near Bukhara and compiled Sahih al-Bukhari, considered the most authentic book of hadith in Sunni Islam. His mausoleum near Samarkand is a major pilgrimage site.
What is the Uthman Quran in Tashkent?
The Uthman Quran, housed in the Muyi Mubarak Library at Hazrati Imam Complex in Tashkent, is believed to be one of the oldest Quran manuscripts in existence. Legend holds it was the personal Quran of Caliph Uthman and is stained with his blood from his assassination.
What time zone does Uzbekistan use?
Uzbekistan operates on Uzbekistan Time (UZT, UTC+5) year-round without daylight saving time.
What is the Registan in Samarkand?
The Registan is a stunning public square in Samarkand surrounded by three magnificent madrasas: Ulugh Beg Madrasa (1420), Sher-Dor Madrasa (1636), and Tillya-Kori Madrasa (1660). It represents the pinnacle of Central Asian Islamic architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.