Jizak is one of the important cities on the Great Silk Road with a very ancient history. Its name is translated as "key" or "small fort" from Sogdian. Before the Arab invasion it was one of the biggest cities of Ustrushana. Today it is one of provincial centres of Uzbekistan.

For nature lovers Djizak is a perfect resort spot among the Turkestan ranges, comprising south-eastern part of the Golodny Steppe and the fringes of the Kyzylkum Desert. The Aidorkul water reserve adds to the beauty of this region, providing a temporary base for migrating flocks of birds to and from Siberia, using this place as a huge bird sanctuary in spring.

Sightseeing and excursion
Aidorkul Lake. Travel to the brims of the Kyzylkum desert area on camel back.

Nurata Nature reserve is known for its beautiful mountain scenery with Alpine forests of hazelnuts, birches and hawthorn thickets. It is a home for rich wildlife with wild sheep, bears, foxes, wolves, etc.

Tamerlane's Gates is the narrowest place in Pass of Jilonute in Turkestan Range. It has witnessed many bloody battles and has two inscriptions. One belongs to Ulugbek and another - to Abdullah Khan, Emir of Bukhara.