evidence: In the 18th century, the Kokand Khanate was formed on the territory of the Fergana Valley. Kokand Khanate was abolished in 1876 after the entry of Tsarist Russian troops. The newly formed Fergana region became part of Russian Turkestan. [...] The Fergana Valley is known for its folk arts and crafts. Many artisans live and work here using ancient techniques of pottery, silk, wood carving and embroidery passed down from generation to generation. The Fergana Valley is the most densely populated part of Uzbekistan. The territory of Fergana Valley occupies only 4% of the territory of Uzbekistan, which is home to 27% of the total population of Uzbekistan (as of 2022).