St Alexander Nevsky Church is one of Tashkent's older surviving Orthodox churches, set inside Botkin Cemetery rather than on the city's main tourist routes. Built in the early 20th century, it is a reminder of the Russian imperial layer that still shapes parts of the city.
The church is a modest, atmospheric detour rather than a headline sight. It pairs well with an interest in Tashkent's cemeteries, religious diversity, or the quieter architecture beyond the big Soviet avenues.