The Khorazm Region, also known as the Khorezm or Xorazm Region, is a viloyat (region) of Uzbekistan located in the northwest of the country in the lower reaches of the Amu Darya River. It borders Turkmenistan, Karakalpakstan, and the Bukhara Region. It covers an area of 6,050 square kilometres (2,340 mi2). The population was estimated at 1,959,300 (2023), with 67% living in rural areas. The capital is Urgench. Other major towns include Xonqa, Khiva, Shovot, and Pitnak.
- Country
- Uzbekistan, Soviet Union
- Inception
- January 15, 1938
- Website
- http://xorazm.uz
