Which place completes this sentence about Samarqand Region? The region's UNESCO World Heritage Site architectural monuments make ______ the largest center for international tourism in the country.
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Correct answer: D. Samarkand
Samarkand Region is the most populous region of Uzbekistan, in the Zarafshan basin. Its capital, Samarkand, is the second largest centre of economy, science and culture in Uzbekistan after Tashkent, and its UNESCO-listed monuments make Samarkand the top destination for international tourism. Tashkent is the one ranked ahead of it for economy, while Khiva and Shahrisabz are in other regions.
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