Heliocomplex Institute of Sun and Sukok Forest Tour
With us in one day you will be able to get acquainted with the fabolous history of ex. USSR. The object once considered highly secret and strictly protected, now is one of the city's attractions.
Options
11 - 15 travellers
Pickup included
What's included in Heliocomplex Institute of Sun and Sukok Forest Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tashkent
Route: Tashkent - Heliocomplex - Sukak Forest – Tashkent Tashkent - Heliocomplex (40 km, ±1 hour) Description: Departure from Tashkent
The Sun Heliocomplex
- Heliocomplex: There are two such constructions in the world that were built during the Cold War. One in France and the other here in Tashkent. The object, once considered highly secret and strictly protected, is now one of the attractions of the city, where with the help of a researcher from the institute you can get acquainted with the functions of the complex. The height of the concentrator is 54 m, the width is 47 m, it also includes 62 heliostats. The furnace was built in 1981-1987, started operation in 1987, has a capacity of one megawatt. We take a tour of the complex to learn more and go up to the office that is in heliostat. Departure from the Institute and arrival at the Sukok Forest.
- Nature Reserve and Sukok Forest. It is also called as Russian forest in Uzbekistan. This place is protected by the government. It starts from the walk through the forest and we continue to spring water (5 km round trip / light level). The artificial forest was planted a long time ago, and at present the farm staff is constantly working to plant new seedlings and protect this natural complex. At the beginning, a paved road where the Crimean pine predominates. Gradually, we climb to the ridge. There we find a small cave, where you can hear the noise of the water, bubbling deep underground.
Inclusions
- A/C vehicle.
- Professional Guide.
- Pick-up / Drop-off from hotel
- Entrance in Heliocomplex (aprx 8 USD p/p).
- Entrance to the Botanic Garden of Sukok (aprox 2 USD p/p).
- Personal and other expenses which are not mentioned on the program
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The driver will pick you up from your hotel/airport/railway station. Please wait at the hotel lobby 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
