Greater Chimgan

Chimgan is part of the Chatkal Mountains range, with a prominence of 5,541 feet and an elevation of 10,856 feet above mean sea level. Although it is not officially recorded, it is believed that the first ascent occurred in 1909. It is located in Tashkent Province, within the Ugam-Chatkal National Park. The weather in the mountains varies from day to day and season to season. The weather is mild during the day, but it is frigid at night. Heavy snowfall occurs during the winter, with the snow cover lasting five months and the frost period lasting roughly 120 days.

Hiking, adventure, skiing, snowboarding, and mountain climbing are all popular activities on the Greater Chimgan. There are numerous ways of varying degrees of difficulty. Beginners usually stick to the straightforward western ridge. For more experienced climbers, there are more difficult routes. The mountain is only 80 miles away from a railway station, and travelers can easily get there by bus. Helicopter services are also available, however they are relatively restricted.

Location: Tashkent Province

Elevation: 3,309 m

Range: Chatkal Mountains