Shirabad, Uzbekistan

Sherobod (Uzbek: Sherobod, Шеробод, Russian: Шерабад, Tajik: Шеробод) is a town in Surxondaryo Region, Uzbekistan. The European route E60 passes through the town.

Sherobod

Sherobod
Sherobod
Location in Uzbekistan
Coordinates: 37°40′N 67°00′E
Country Uzbekistan
RegionSurxondaryo Region
DistrictSherobod District
Population
 (2000)
  Total24 200

The name is of Persian/Tajiki origin, standing for 'Lion's Lair' ("sher/shir" for lion, and "abad/obod" for English term, abode).

The city has a mixed Tajik and Uzbek population, with the former boasting a slim majority.

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