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publication. Turning over our magazine, you can discover new
opportunities for traveling around Uzbekistan. Unexplored
natural spots, unique traditions, information about great
personalities, new tourist routes, cultural sites, travel rules and
much more will allow you to look at the tourism opportunities
of Uzbekistan from a new angle.
In this release
We dedicated this issue to the summer and sunny
country - Uzbekistan. You can dive into the colorful
atmosphere of the region, learn about various sights
and museums, see the vibrant nature, immerse yourself
in extreme tourism, get acquainted with ancient crafts,
traditions, delicious fruits and much more.
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We wish you to have a pleasant time, bright travels and
new discoveries together with Uzbekistan travel magazine.
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May we present you
a piece of the sunny land!
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CONTENT
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ORCHARDS OF UZBEKISTAN
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HEAVENLY HORSES OF FERGANA
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PEARL OF SHAKHRISABZ – AK-
SARAI PALACE
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MUSEUMS OF UZBEKISTAN:
WEALTH OF KNOWLEDGE
ABOUT THE CULTURE AND
HISTORY OF THE COUNTRY
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SAMARKAND MUSEUM-
RESERVE
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SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL
MUSEUM-LABORATORY
OF SAMARKAND STATE
UNIVERSITY
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HOUSE-MUSEUM OF TAMARA-
KHANUM
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UZBEKISTAN MUSEUM OF
APPLIED ARTS
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USTOZ-SHOGIRD – CENTER OF
APPLIED ARTS
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MEMORIAL HOUSE-MUSEUM
OF SADRIDDIN AYNI
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ULUGBEK MEMORIAL
MUSEUM
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MUSEUM OF IGOR SAVITSKY –
LOUVR IN THE DESERT
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EVENTS – AN OPPORTUNITY
TO GET FAMILIAR WITH THE
CULTURE OF UZBEKISTAN
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SILK AND SPICES FESTIVAL
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62ND INTERNATIONAL
FLOWER FESTIVAL
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TASHKENT INTERNATIONAL
TOURISM FAIR – TOURISM ON
THE SILK ROAD (TITF)
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5 REASONS TO VISIT
UZBEKISTAN IN SUMMER
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TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF
UZBEKISTAN: UZBEK NATIONAL
DOLLS
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UZBEK SUZANI – THE SKILL OF
NEEDLEWOMEN THROUGH THE
CENTURIES
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STREET ART AT ITS BEST:
MURALS OF TASHKENT
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CHOGIRMA – NATIONAL
HEADDRESS FOR MEN
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FATIKHA-TUY – ANCIENT
ENGAGEMENT CUSTOM
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ZAAMIN STATE MOUNTAIN-
JUNIPER RESERVE – UZBEK
SWITZERLAND
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CULTURAL HERITAGE OF
UZBEKISTAN: BIENNALE OF
ISLAMIC ART
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ABOUT US IN DIFFERENT
PLATFORMS

ORCHARDS
Orchards of
Uzbekistan
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Uzbekistan is the birthplace of great scholars, masterpieces of oriental architecture, and at the same
time the land of beautiful orchards. Nearly all year round this fertile region can offer the visitors a real fruit
and flower paradise. Thanks to its favorable temperate climate, good location, and most importantly,
the hard work and love of the locals to their motherland, the world’s best fruits and vegetables are
grown in Uzbekistan almost throughout a year.
In summer there is a real explosion of bloom in orchards. In July, you can taste the most delicious
grapes of many varieties, as well as juicy apples, apricots, peaches and nectarines.
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Large watermelons and sweet-scented melons, full of
vitamins, ripen too. Fragrant strawberries, ripe, juicy and
sweet cherries, filling apples and pears splashing with juice,
plums, healing figs, pomegranates – sometimes one can get
dizzy from this abundance of gifts from our nature. Having
visited Uzbekistan in the summer, you should definitely taste
the juicy fruits of this fertile land!
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LEGEND
HEAVENLY HORSES
OF FERGANA
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There is a legend saying
that in ancient times, people of
the Fergana Valley (in ancient
times – Davan) bred the horses
of unearthly beauty, elegance,
power and grandeur. Horses were
also known outside the state.
Due to their extreme endurance,
the Chinese called them heavenly
horses. They even initiated
wars to conquer the horses of
Ferghana, but their attempts were
unsuccessful.
After the first defeat in 104
BC, the Chinese emperor Wu-di
again decides to take possession
of Davan territory, and this time
the Fergana people, having been
defeated, got obliged to supply
China with 300 horses per year
for its army.
LEGEND
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SIGHTS
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Pearl of Shakhrisabz –
SIGHTS
Ak-sarai palace
The main sight attraction of Shakhrisabz city, as well as a grandiose architectural
monument of Amir Temur era, is the Ak-Saray Palace.
There is a belief that the great commander dreamed of building a huge palace on the
territory of his homeland – Kesh city, today’s Shakhrisabz. According to historical data, the
construction of the palace started in 1380 and was completed in 1404. The majestic palace
was built in memory of Takinakhotun – mother of Amir Temur. Unfortunately, only part of the
monument has survived to our time.
The palace was considered the largest on the ancient lands of Central Asia, it consisted
of several buildings – rooms for receiving eminent guests, courtyards, beautiful gardens with
pools.
Prominent artisans from Khorezm, Iran and other countries took part in the construction
of the palace. For example, the name of the stone-cutting master Muhammad Yusuf Tabrizi
is repeated twice in the decoration of the vaulted arch. A unique masterpiece of architecture,
built in 20 years and even being today in a dilapidated state, still amazes guests of the city
with its majesty and grandeur.
The color scheme of the walls of Ak-Saray combines historical, philosophical and religious
themes; the interpretation of Kufic inscriptions, decorative ornaments, Islamic patterns in the
girih style gave the building a sublime and magical meaning.
On the pedestal, decorated with natural patterns in seven different colors, there are
inscriptions saying “Emir is the shadow of Allah on earth”. On the foreside of the front dome
in the form of an elongated hexagon, the inscription in Arabic saying “Justice is the basis of
the state and the motto of the rulers” is repeated six times.
In the stretching front wing of the Ak-Saray, in the Arabic Kufiy style, such wise sayings
are written: «If you doubt our greatness, look at the castles we have built», and also «Reason
rests on its actions, and ignorance on its dreams and hopes».
Ak-Saray Palace received its legendary name due to the fact that the colors on the
facade and domes of the palace change in the moonlight.
Even the Spanish envoy Gonzalez de Clavijo in 1404, passing through Shakhrisabz
to Samarkand to reception by Amir Temur, expressed his admiration for such a great
architectural miracle.
In 1973-1975, archaeological research was carried out in Ak-Saray, and in 1994-
1996, conservation work was carried out. It is worth noting that the palace is included
in the UNESCO World Heritage List. In 2002, under the auspices of the organization, in
connection with the celebration of the 2700th anniversary of Shakhrisabz, the palace was
partially reconstructed.
Learn more about the
palace
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MUSEUMS
Museums of uzbekistan:
Wealth of knowledge
about the culture and
history of the country
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Uzbekistan is a country with a rich history and culture, which
are reflected in its numerous museums. These museums are real
treasuries, where various exhibits and artifacts related to the
history, culture and art of Uzbekistan are preserved. Museums
are temples of cultural heritage and historical values, enlightening
contemporaries and carefully preserving their priceless wealth for
the future generations. Thanks to them, everyone can get in touch
with the cultural heritage of the country, get acquainted with great
events, famous historical figures. Read more about some museums
in Uzbekistan – we will tell further ...
MUSEUMS
Learn more about the museums of
Uzbekistan
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MUSEUMS
Samarkand State United Historical,
Architectural and Art Museum-Reserve
Samarkand, M. Ulugbek street, 148
Samarkand State United Historical,
Architectural and Art Museum-Reserve was
founded in 1982. It includes 8 museums, 6
historical monuments, 2 shrines. Among them:
State Museum of the History of Culture of
Uzbekistan, the Mausoleum of Amir Temur,
the Mausoleum of Khoja Doniyor, the shrine of
Khazrati Dovud and other objects.
The main tasks of the museum-reserve
include: collection, study and preservation of
historical exhibits, preparation of expositions
for exhibitions, holding cultural and educational
events and conducting research work. The
museum staff has 269 people, including 56
scientists.
The museum’s funds contain over 211,000
exhibits, and about 800,000 people visit its
facilities annually. Every year about 20 various
exhibitions are organized in the halls of the
museum-reserve.
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Scientific and Practical Museum-Laboratory of Samarkand State University
Samarkand, University Boulevard, 15
The Scientific and Practical Museum-Laboratory of Samarkand State University was founded in
2012 on the basis of the Alisher Navoi Museum.
The main tasks of the institution are the following: the study and promotion of the history and
modern activities of one of the oldest educational institutions in Central Asia – Samarkand State
University, as well as the famous madrasahs and Mirzo Ulugbek observatory.
Also, the museum-laboratory is working on the training of specialists – researchers of Alisher
Navoi, historians, museologists and others. Students and young scientists can conduct scientific
work here in all areas of their interest.
The two-story building has lecture, exhibition and computer rooms, a storage facility, as well as
an exposition area. Speaking of the exposition: it consists of five sections dedicated to the life and
work of Alisher Navoi, the history of education in Samarkand and, in particular, SamSU, as well as
the achievements of the university during the years of independence.
The Museum-Laboratory is visited by around 3,000 visitors annually. In addition to excursions,
various official events are held here on an ongoing basis: round tables, training conferences and
seminars, master classes.
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House Museum of
Tamara Khanum
Tashkent, Mirzo-Ulugbek district,
Tamara Khanum street, 1/41
One of the interesting historical places in
Tashkent is the House-Museum of Tamara
Khanum, which was opened in 1994.
Tamara Khanum is a famous Uzbek dancer
and singer who lived in the late 19th and early
20th centuries. Her voice, which is described as
angelic, has become legendary in Uzbekistan
and beyond. Her house in the center of Tashkent
has been restored and turned into a museum to
preserve the memory of herself and her music. It
was in this house that she lived the last years of
her life.
The House-Museum of Tamara Khanum is
not only a place where you can learn more about
the life and work of the famous singer, but also
immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Uzbekistan
of the beginning of the 20th century. The house
has retained all the original interior elements that
will help you imagine yourself in that time.
In the hall you will find many photographs
of Tamara Khanum, as well as her personal
belongings such as jewelry, manuscripts, national
costumes and musical instruments. In addition,
the museum has a hall dedicated to the music
and art of Uzbekistan.
By visiting the Tamara Khanum House
Museum, you will get the opportunity to learn
more about the culture of Uzbekistan and people
who lived here a hundred years ago. This is a
very interesting and informative place that is
worth visiting for anyone who wants to learn
more about the rich history of Uzbekistan.
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МУЗЕИ
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Museum of Applied Arts
of Uzbekistan
Tashkent, Yakkasaray district, Rakatboshi street, 15
The museum was first opened in 1937 as an exhibition of works by masters and artisans of our
country and subsequently transformed into a museum named the Museum of Handicrafts. It was
during this period that the museum contained many valuable exhibits and samples of applied art.
Then in 1997 it received the status of a state museum and was transformed into the current museum.
The museum fund contains more than 7 thousand of the best works of masters from the
beginning of the 19th century to the present time, including ceramics, jewelry, gold embroidery,
national clothes, suzani, carpets, skullcaps, miniatures and painting on wood, porcelain, musical
instruments, houseware and much more. All exhibits reflect the richness and diversity of the folk
culture of Uzbekistan.
Visiting the museum, you can dive into the creativity created by human hands. Each of the exhibits
differs from each other in its uniqueness, beauty and originality.
This museum is a unique place where a rich collection of folk art objects created by masters of
Uzbekistan is collected.
The Museum of Applied Arts of Uzbekistan is not only a place where you can see beautiful and
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unique items – at the same time it is a scientific center where research is carried out. The museum
has a research department, where cultural values are studied and preserved.
The museum is one of the most visited museums in the country. Its expositions attract tourists
from all over the world who want to learn about the rich history and culture of Uzbekistan.
Once here, you can feel the spirit of the people, learn about their traditions and customs, as well
as see unique pieces of folk art. This place is definitely worth visiting for everyone who is interested
in the culture and art of Uzbekistan.
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MUSEUMS
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USTOZ-SHOGIRD – CENTER OF
APPLIED ARTS
Bukhara, Old city, Arabon street, 10
Center for Applied Arts – Ustoz-Shogirdm – is a unique place in Bukhara, where children and
young people can boost their creative abilities and receive education in various fields of national art.
The center was established in 2019 in order to preserve the national traditions and cultural heritage
of Uzbekistan. It provides a unique opportunity to learn how to create real handmade masterpieces.
Classes are taught by the famous miniaturist, calligrapher and painter Davlat Toshev, who shares
his experience and knowledge with his students for free. He helps young people improve their skills
and develop their artisanship.
It is worth noting that there are separate rooms for drawing, and on the second floor there is a
gallery where you can see children’s unique works that will impress everyone, as well as the work of
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their teachers (“ustoz”).
Ustoz-Shogird Center is an excellent example of social responsibility and support for young
people in the development of creative abilities and the preservation of national traditions and culture
of Uzbekistan. Here everyone can find interesting and beneficial activities for themselves, which will
help to reveal the creative potential and contribute to becoming a real master in the chosen field of
national art.
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Memorial House-Museum of Sadriddin Aini
Samarkand, Registan street, 7b
An outstanding writer, scientist and public figure of the 20th century Sadriddin Aini (1878-1954)
settled down in this house in 1917, hiding from the persecution of the Emir of Bukhara, and lived
in it for about 35 years. It was here that he wrote his famous works – Mukanna Rebellion, Odina,
Eski Maktab, Kullar and Yatim. 13 years after the death of the writer, on the initiative of the leader of
Uzbekistan, Sharaf Rashidov, a museum was opened in the house.
Living rooms and two working rooms of Aini, the originals of his works, objects and furniture of
those years, personal belongings of the writer have been preserved here. In addition, in one of the
rooms there is a bust of Sadriddin Aini, which used to stand outside the house. Also in the yard there
are apple trees, a peach tree and grapes planted by the writer himself.
At one time, such famous figures of literature as Gafur Ghulam, Usman Nasir, Hamid Alimdzhan
visited this house. As of today, museum often hosts cultural events and creative meetings.
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Ulugbek Memorial Museum
Samarkand, Tashkent street, 1
The Ulugbek Memorial Museum was opened in 1964, and in 2010 it had major overhaul along
with the nearby observatory. The museum tells about the life and scientific activity of Mirzo Ulugbek
– the great scientist of the Middle Ages.
The entrance part of the museum building was erected in the style of the portals of medieval
madrasahs, and forms a single ensemble together with the foundation of the observatory and a
unique instrument. The shape of the museum building itself is similar to the dial of a medieval clock,
each part of which tells about Amir Temur and his grandson Mirzo Ulugbek.
Among the exhibits there are astronomical and mathematical instruments and manuscripts found
by archaeologists in the ruins of the observatory and its environs. The exposition also contains
models of architectural monuments of Samarkand, Shakhrisabz, Bukhara and other ancient cities
of Uzbekistan.
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Museum of Igor Savitsky
«Louvre in the desert»
Nukus, T. Kayypbergenov street, 52
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Do you want to visit the true Central Asian
Louvre? Then you should definitely visit the
legendary Savitsky Museum of Art in Nukus.
The collection of the museum fund has about
100 thousand unique exhibits – and this is a real
treasury of the fine arts of Uzbekistan, valuable
relics and, of course, paintings of Turkestan and
Russian modernism of the 20-30s of the last
century.
The founder of the museum, Igor Savitsky,
arrived to Karakalpakstan in 1950 and from the
first days fell madly in love with this unexplored
land. He expressed his love for the nature of
Karakalpakstan, its history, culture and people in
the collection he compiled for the state museum.
The museum was opened in 1966, and since
then it has become one of the largest and most
significant in the world.
Throughout his life, Igor Savitsky has been
studying avant-garde art and replenishing the
museum fund, among which are paintings not
only by famous artists, but also by little-known
ones. He literally saved some works from
destruction, keeping them in the museum of a
distant city in the desert.
Why is the museum called the second Louvre?
Because its collection is the best art collection
in the Asian region and has the second largest
collection of works of the Russian avant-garde,
and in 2001 the English newspaper The Guardian
called it «one of the most beautiful museums in
the world.»
One of the most outstanding paintings of the
world heritage, Bull, by the artist Vasily Lysenko
has become the symbol of the museum. Art
experts interpret the painting in different ways,
but almost everyone share the feeling of the
frightening deep black eyes of a bull that look
ominous and bottomless. At that time, the eyes
symbolized the onset of fascism and the coming
war.
The artist himself is a mysterious character
whose Only six of his works remain in the world
heritage, they are stored in the Savitsky Museum.
In addition, the museum has a large collection of
the artist Alexander Volkov, who was a prominent
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epresentative of the Turkestan avant-garde. He
lived and worked in Uzbekistan; more than 500
of his paintings are collected in the Savitsky
Museum. His works are bright and original,
they demonstrate the rich culture and nature of
Uzbekistan, convey the scenes of everyday life
and the incredible energy of the Uzbek people.
Also in the museum you can see the
magnificent paintings of Ural Tansykbaev and
Nikolai Karakhan. Each work of the mentioned
artists has its own magic, which captivates from
the first seconds. Looking at the works of one
master, it is hard to believe that they were painted
by one person, the paintings are so striking with
their unique plot and style.
Savitsky was also fond of the work of postavant-garde
artists. Some artists could not even
imagine that their work might be of interest to
anyone, not to mention the fact that they would
be exhibited somewhere. In this sense, Savitsky
can be called a real ascetic, and his activities
can be compared with the activities of famous
collectors: Tretyakov, Shchukin, Morozov and
others.
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Events
– an opportunity
to get familiar
with the culture of
Uzbekistan
EVENTS
Uzbekistan is a country with a rich cultural heritage, which
is reflected in many interesting events held throughout the
country. These events allow not only to preserve and transmit
the traditions of the past, but also to develop modern culture
and art, and also contribute to the expansion of cultural ties
between countries and peoples.
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EVENTS
«Silk and spicе»
Festival
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The Silk and Spices Festival is one of the
brightest and most popular cultural events in
Uzbekistan. It is held every year in Bukhara city.
In 2023, from June 16 to 18, the 20th
anniversary Silk and Spices festival was held
in Bukhara. This festival is a reflection of the
rich history and culture of the East, which is
transmitted in the silk fabrics and aromas of
spices.
The festival is a real journey into the world
of oriental traditions and culture. At the festival,
you can see exhibitions of silk fabrics, national
clothes, jewelry and other products created by
artisans. In addition, here visitors can try various
dishes of national cuisine seasoned with fragrant
spices.
One of the main events of the festival is a
fashion show, which presents new collections
of national clothes and accessories. This is a
real show that attracts many viewers and fans
of national culture. In addition to this, concerts
of national music and dances, master classes in
the creation of silk products and the preparation
of national dishes, as well as other interesting
events are held at the festival.
Thus, the Silk and Spices Festival is one of
the most interesting events in Bukhara, which
attracts many tourists and fans of national
culture. This is a real journey into the world of
oriental traditions and beauty, which will leave
unforgettable impressions and memories for a
lifetime.
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62nd International flower
festival
EVENTS
The Flower Festival is a bright and colorful event that takes place annually in Namangan city and
attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world. This year it was held from May 21 to June 21. It
was visited by guests from 50 countries of the world. Every year the festival is held at a period when
everything around begins to bloom and fume, and becomes a real feast for the eyes and soul.
The Flower Festival in Namangan has been held since 1961, and it is a grandiose event for every
Uzbekistan resident, reflecting all the richness of available plants and flower culture.
The flower festival opens annually with a large-scale automobile parade: more than 150 vehicles,
cars and motorcycles, decorated with colorful flowers in the form of ornaments, drive through the
streets of Namangan to the delight of the locals and guests of the festival.
During the month, the festival included the International Fashion Week, folklore performances,
a gastronomic festival, laser shows, an exhibition of artisans, as well as various performances for
children.
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ГАСТРОНОМИЯ
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Tashkent International Tourism Fair –
Tourism On The Silk Road (TITF)
In 2023, TITF will take place from November 15 to 17. The fair is held annually in Tashkent
at UzExpoCentre.
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A little about TITF
This fair is the brightest and largest event in
the tourism industry of Uzbekistan and the entire
region of Central Asia.
The fair has been held since 1995 with
the official support of the UN World Tourism
Organization. Every year the exhibition gathers
tourism business professionals from all over the
world.
Every year, conferences, B2B meetings,
round tables, exhibitions of tourism services and
handicrafts, presentations of the tourism potential
of Uzbekistan regions, Gastro Bazaar and much
more are held as part of the fair program.
The largest event in the history of TITF was the
2022 fair, which was attended by over 10,000
guests, with more than 1,000 foreign tourism
specialists among them. Within the framework
of TITF-2022, an international exhibition was
held with national stands of 15 countries with
the participation of tourism administrations
and private organizations – a total of 73 stands
were built. Also, stands displaying the cultural
heritage of 14 regions of Uzbekistan were built,
which became an important factor in shaping
the visitors’ idea of the tourism potential of these
regions.
During the Tashkent International Tourism
Fair TITF-2022, more than 20,000 negotiations
were held and more than 7,000 cooperation
agreements were signed.
The organizers of the fair are the Ministry of
Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Uzbekistan
and the National PR Center SUE.
TITF is the largest platform for leading experts
and representatives of the domestic and foreign
tourism market.
We recommend that you visit the fair and see
this grandiose event with your own eyes!
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Why is it worth visiting
Uzbekistan in summer?
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Modern Uzbekistan is a country of friendly
and helpful people, historical sights, beautiful
architecture and rich culture. The country is
located in the very center of Central Asia. Two
thirds of the territory of Uzbekistan are occupied
by deserts, steppes and mountains. They
create the unique special climate. Summer in
Uzbekistan is very hot and dry. It harldly ever
rains in summer, even for mountainous areas.
From the end of July, chilla begins, which means
that the weather in the country is very hot. In the
daytime, the temperature can reach +45 degrees
and above. Going outside should be planned for
the morning or evening.
However, summer remains a favorite season
for travelers to Uzbekistan, especially to the
mountainous regions and oases in the middle
of the desert. In such places, the temperature
is noticeably lower, and the air is cleaner than in
cities.
We definitely advise you to bring light clothes
with you, as well as sunglasses and a head-cover
to protect yourself from the sun!
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NATURE
5 reasons to visit
Uzbekistan in summer
1. Enjoy the bright nature of Uzbekistan
The nature of Uzbekistan is so beautiful that one can hardly resist painting it, literally. As if a gifted
artist with a skillful brush paints every detail, every stroke and sketch which come to life, which
delight millions of travelers.
During the summer season, nature of Uzbekistan acquires a picturesque green color. The bright
marvelous sun does not stop shining all three months of summer. Since the nature of Uzbekistan is
rich and diverse with its majestic mountains, reserves, charming lakes and deserts, in the summer
you should definitely come to Uzbekistan and see all the natural delights of our country! You will be
amazed by the breathtaking beauty of nature.
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2. Do extreme sports
If you want to feel the adrenaline and the frantic rhythm of the heartbeat, then by all means
go to Uzbekistan, a country where natural conditions allow you to engage in outdoor activities
and extreme sports all year round, and especially in the summer.
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Riding a scooter and a catamaran
Ride with the breeze on a scooter or explore the surroundings of our nature on a catamaran.
Rafting
Many tour operators offer rafting tours along the Chatkal, Pskem, Ugam, Syrdarya rivers
and many other places.
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Alpinism and rock climbing
The vast mountain ranges of Uzbekistan are designed exactly for mountaineering, rock
climbing and caving.
The main routes are located in the areas of the Western Tien Shan: Maydantal Range, Pskem
Range and Chatkal Range. The speleotourism fans love visiting the Baysuntau mountains in
the Surkhandarya region – the Dark Star cave located there, and the Kalla-i-Shiron tract of the
Kashkadarya region, the Cave of Amir Temur.
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Biking or cycling
Cycling tour in Uzbekistan is full of exotics, legends and oriental hospitality. The season starts
from mid-April and continues till November. Bicycle tours can be combined with a tour of the
cities on the Great Silk Road, as well as with a trip along breathtaking mountain landscapes and
flowering valleys.
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Paragliding
The most popular time of the year for paragliding is summer, and the best place to fly is the
mountain ranges of the country.
The most popular place for paragliding is the vicinity of the Charvak reservoir, located 60 km
from Tashkent. The flight can be made both with a professional instructor, and by yourself with
special training.
NATURE
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Hot air balloon flight
During the flights, a fantastic view of the Charvak reservoir and its mountainous
surroundings with snowy peaks opens up.
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3. See country’s picterusque mountains
Mountains are another feature of summer Uzbekistan. You can escape from the sultry city
heat and feel the clean fresh air while enjoying the marvelous views of the majestic mountains
of the country! Having traveled to the mountains, you will definitely remember this trip forever!
Chatkal mountains
Tashkent region
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Heavenly Mountains of Western Tien Shan
Territories of Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan
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Zaamin Mountains – Uzbek Switzerland
Jizzakh region
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Shakhimardan – a mountainous exclave of Uzbekistan
Fergana region
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4. Get to know the unique culture of the people
In the summer season, a large number of
festivals and events take place throughout the
country, which present a great opportunity to
get acquainted with the culture and traditions
of Uzbekistan. For example, in Navoi region
in June, the International Festival Suzani
and Embroidery is held, which hosts various
exhibitions that introduce tourists to such
an ancient art of embroidery as suzani and
allow visitors to immerse themselves in the
atmosphere of this amazing country.
Another interesting festival is the International
Silk and Spices Festival, which takes place in
Bukhara in June. Within the framework of the
festival, national dances, a pilaf festival, crafts,
the sale of silk fabrics and spices are traditionally
held with the participation of foreign and local
tourists.
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5. Taste the unique gastronomy of the region
Uzbek cuisine is perhaps one of the most
diverse and colorful in the world.
The gastronomy of Uzbekistan is a real art
that combines the traditions of oriental cuisine.
Of course, by all means, everyone should try the
most famous Uzbek dish – pilaf.
Pastry is also very popular in Uzbekistan
– samsa, flat bread, manty. In addition,
meat dishes – kebabs, kazan-kabob are the
decoration of many holidays. In addition,
there are many different delicious soups -
lagman, shurpa, mastava. Also in villages and
mountainous areas you can buy a universal
sour-milk product of Central Asia – kurt. Kurt is
very popular among both locals and tourists. It
has a round shape and may come with various
additives – red pepper, basil (raikhon), mint and
others.
It is impossible not to mention the original
desserts of Uzbek cuisine – Samarkand halva,
holvaitar, navvat (Uzbek sugar), almonds.
In general, the gastronomy of Uzbekistan is a
real wealth of tastes and aromas, which is worth
trying for everyone who visits this amazing
country.
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Traditional crafts
of Uzbekistan:
Uzbek national dolls
Uzbekistan is a great country that has been a crossroads of different eras and
cultures since ancient times. Our country is rich not only in its historical sights,
architecture, famous scientists, picturesque nature and culture. Real treasures of
the world are stored in Uzbekistan, which are passed down from generation to
generation. Here, artisans work day and night to create real works of art, and folk
arts and crafts are recognized as a masterpiece of the Uzbek people.
In Uzbekistan, there is an ancient tradition of creating national dolls, which are
a symbol of folk culture and national heritage. These dolls are made from various
materials – from fabric and wool to clay and wood.
The emergence of puppetry in Uzbekistan dates back to the Timurid era, when
a large number of maskaraboz-puppeteers appeared – they entertained the local
residents of Maverannahr in open squares and markets.
Today, there are various schools for making dolls in the country, one of them is
located in Bukhara, as well as a museum and a workshop. Having visited these
places, one can listen to the history of the origin of this art in Central Asia and its
role in people’s lives. And in just a few minutes here you can even learn how to
manipulate these puppets and become a real puppeteer. Going upstairs, to the
workshop, you can study the process of making Bukhara dolls.
This skill is passed down from generation to generation. Clothes for dolls in
Uzbekistan are mainly sewn from national fabrics. Such bright painted dolls have
long become a traditional Uzbek souvenir that you can buy when traveling in any of
the cities of Uzbekistan.
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Uzbek Suzani
– the skill of needlewomen
through the centuries
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Suzani is part of the culture and art of
Uzbekistan. Suzani is a wall carpet with unusual
patterns that have been in every home since
ancient times. It was even given as a bride’s
dowry, as an indispensable element of the house.
At some homes, girls from an early age began
to embroider a carpet and finished it by the time
of their wedding, as suzani was considered a
symbol of a long and happy marriage. Bukhara,
Samarkand, Shakhrisabz, Fergana and Tashkent
are considered to be the centers of embroidery.
The embroidery in each city is different from each
other.
When a western guest is visiting a traditional
Uzbek house, the first thing that surprises the
guest is the magical interior, as if from an oriental
fairy tale. A patterned carpet spread on the floor,
incredibly beautiful embroidered panels on the
walls, kurpacha blankets folded on niches, oriental
pillows with tassels, a forged chest, curtains,
tablecloths – everything is an integral part of the
interior decoration. Most of all, the embroidered
panels that complete the home composition are
attractive.
As a rule, elegant embroidery of home
decoration is made by the hostess herself. Such
embroidery is the incredible effort and a true work
of art that has been passed down through the
centuries from mother to daughter. A lot of things
the woman hands can do. The dowry of an Uzbek
beauty must include suzani.
The word suzani from Persian means
embroidered with a needle, which means that
suzani is made exclusively by hand.
In ancient times, every Uzbek bride knew how
to embroider suzani of incredible beauty: wall
carpets, clothes, bed linen, bedspreads, interior
items. Sometimes the groom, before marrying the
bride, first evaluated her embroidery. The more
skillfully the patterns and ornaments were made,
the more talented and patient the craftswoman
was.
Indeed, suzani requires great skill and patience.
The Uzbek suzani turned out to be so skillful
that the fame of such embroidery spread to many
countries. Merchants in the eastern bazaars
literally hunted for suzani. This happens to this
day – the Uzbek suzani is rightfully considered a
cultural treasure and heritage of the Uzbek people.
The pattern of the suzani of each region has
its own distinctive features, by which it is possible
to accurately determine from which corner of
Uzbekistan this miracle is.
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Nurata suzani
Great craftswomen from Nurata city create the most beautiful bright clothes, bedspreads,
pillowcases, dressing gowns. A distinctive feature of Nurata embroidery is colored ornaments on a
white background. Each ornament is a symbol that has its own meaning.
For example, the sun is a symbol of peace and prosperity, a lace flower is beauty and love,
pepper symbolizes protection from the evil eye. And a characteristic feature of the Nurata suzani
are rhomboid leaves. Thus, Nurata embroidery becomes an artistic illustration, conveying the
motifs of the surrounding world.
Bukhara suzani
Bukhara embroidery is famous for its floral motifs and vibrant colors.
Most of the products are made with a chain stitch, which is the best suited for depicting flowers
in thin lines. Floral patterns are evenly distributed on the surface of the product. Graceful twigs,
round ornaments, delicate petals and stems are made in an impeccable combination of several
colors.
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Samarkand suzani
Talented needlewomen of Samarkand create their own unique suzani style. Usually this is a
larger pattern, in the center of which there is a round rosette of pink shades, and a foliate ring
frames this rosette. In the Samarkand region, in the ancient Urgut city, craftswomen create truly
handmade masterpieces. They use a special technique called bosma. This technique allows to
create truly magical floral patterns on white cotton fabric and depict some household items. Urgut
suzani is voluminous and dense, ornaments and patterns cover the entire surface of the product,
leaving only a few gaps in the white background.
CRAFT
Surkhandarya suzani
Products of Surkhandarya masters skillfully demonstrate all the diversity, culture and originality
of this region. Each ornament conveys its sacred meaning, mainly images of the plant world in
bright colors with all sorts of floral variations. People in Surkhandarya are very fond of decorating
the room with wall-mounted fabric partitions, on which colorful suzani embroidery flaunts. And
suzani is also used on bedspreads, various bags used for storage and other household and interior
items.

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Shakhrisabz suzani
Embroidery from the ancient Shakhrisabz city resembles that of Samarkand. Here you can also
see an elaborately embroidered large rosette, complemented by multi-colored details and framed
by blue leafy garlands. Against a colored background, the Shahrisabz suzane resembles more a
carpet than a panel – the pattern that creates the scheme is so skillfully and clearly built.
Tashkent suzani
Capital’s needlewomen also create items of amazing beauty. Since ancient times, two types
of embroidery have been used in Tashkent – palyak and gulkurpa. Palyak is a kind of circles that
fill the fabric of a dark red color. Gulkurpa creates a composition with a bright star in the center
or a circle with flower stalks, thus leaving a large area of fabric free. This type of embroidery was
used on bedspreads for the family bed, especially for newlyweds. The central pattern symbolizes
a happy family life, and the flower stems symbolize future offspring.

Fergana suzani
Embroidery from the cities of the Ferghana Valley is famous for the lightness and flowing airiness
of ornaments. Patterns are placed freely and are made on silk or satin in dark tones. Often on a
dark green, blue or purple background. As a rule, this is ruijo embroidery – a type of embroidery,
the pattern of which has a certain shape, outlined with a ribbon
stripes on three sides.
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STREET ART
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STREET ART AT ITS BEST:
MURALS OF TASHKENT
Mural is a bright and colorful artwork created
on the walls of buildings in various parts of the
city. Murals are a kind of street art that attracts
the attention of passers-by and creates an
atmosphere of creativity and beauty.
If you want to try something extraordinary,
admire modern street art, take nice photos
with your friends against the backdrop of urban
paintings, then you should definitely take a walk
along this Tashkent street!
Thus, the murals are not only beautiful works
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of art, but also a kind of guide to the city. They
amaze all passers-by with their beauty and
originality, create a unique charm that makes a
walk through the streets of Tashkent even more
interesting and memorable.
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TRADITIONS
CHOGIRMA – NATIONAL HEADDRESS
FOR MEN
«Although there are no boots in the legs, there must be
a chogirma».
Khiva elders
From ancient times, in Khorezm, a headdress was considered a symbol of greatness, wealth
and courage.
The headdress could not be changed or given to others, and fathers passed it on only to their
sons.
Chogirma was worn to protect against sudden changes in climate, in winter it warmed in the
cold, and in summer it kept the head cool. Since there were often storms in Khorezm, it was
believed that chogirma also protects against diseases.
In Khorezm at the beginning of the 20th century, it was considered dishonorable to walk without
a headdress.
They say that if the father did not properly raise the child, then the elder of the mahalla could
deprive the father of the chogirma.
There are three types of chogirma: Tugalak chogirma, Sherazi, Silkma chogirma.
Tugalak chogirma has been worn in Khorezm since the 19th century. At first, only the rulers wore
this headdress, and then other groups of population.
Sherazi сhogirma is made of short wool. Embroidered from the wool of a newborn lamb.
Silkma chogirma was worn exclusively by the poor and the Turkmens who lived in Khiva. It is
embroidered from the long wool of a sheep, it is voluminous and in a rounded shape.
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It is known that the ruler of the Khiva Khanate Allakulikhan (1825-1842) was the first to wear the
chogirma headdress.
Until the end of the 20th century, the elders still wore chogirma, but then people stopped wearing
them. They were used only by members of theatrical and folklore ensembles.
To this day, the chogirma headdress exists, but tourists or visitors can only try it on to take a
beautiful photo, like a memory from Khorezm. Thanks to the interest of tourists, this craft continues
to exist, which is a national treasure and a symbol of the culture and traditions of Khorezm.
Today, men usually wear chogirma at festive events, as well as when performing the national
Khorezm Lyazgi dance
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TRADITIONS
«Fatikha-Tuy»
– ANCIENT ENGAGEMENT CUSTOM
In the old days, parents chose the bride for their son themselves.
Often, the newlyweds could properly get to know each other only
on the day of the wedding. But before getting married, the bride
and groom had to conduct the Fatikha-Tuy engagement ceremony,
which has long been part of Uzbek culture.
There are many interesting customs and rituals in Uzbek culture. Among them is Fatikha-Tuy
– the day of the engagement. According to tradition, the groom’s family finds a bride for their
son. First, everyone learns about the bride in detail: where she grew up, who her parents are,
whether she is decent. If the reputation of the chosen bride is good, then the matchmakers from
the groom’s side go to visit the bride’s parents to get acquainted. In modern Uzbekistan, the bride
and groom can get to know each other before the matchmaking. But the Fatikha-tuy ceremony
must necessarily happen, and strictly after the approval of the parents.
When the day of Fatikha-tuy arrives, guests, namely the groom’s family, gather in the bride’s
house, some relatives come too, and a representative of the mahalla or an elder – an honorary
aksakal should join. The representatives of the groom explain the point of the visit, and if they
get consent to the engagement, another important ceremony is performed – Non sindirish –
Breaking the bread. After the newly made bride and groom break the flatbread in half, they can
be considered engaged. After the ceremony, the families exchange gifts and agree on holding a
wedding celebration. With this a new family will be born soon!

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NATURE
Zaamin state mountain-juniper
reserve –
UZBEK
SWITZERLAND
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Another national pride of Uzbekistan is the Zaamin State Mountain-juniper Reserve. This area has
long been famous for its unique nature and healing air.
The national park with an area of more than 26 hectares is located in the north of the Turkestan
Range in the Zaamin district of the Jizzakh region. The reserve was first explored in the 1860s by the
Russian scientist and biologist A. Fedchenko. And in 1960, in order to preserve rare juniper forests,
with their peculiar fauna, the reserve itself was formed.
The relief of the reserve is a pronounced mountain range. The highest ridge reaches a height of
3500 meters above sea level. In the south, the territory is surrounded by the slopes of the Turkestan
Range, separated by narrow deep gorges. In the north, the reserve has a more eased relief with
ledges covered with juniper forests.
The climate of the reserve is sharply continental, which makes the change of seasons the most
pronounced. In spring, the forests are covered with lush greenery. Most precipitation falls in April,
October and January. In July and August temperatures rise to
+32 degrees, and in January it can drop to -30.
Due to the sharp temperature fluctuations, frost-resistant trees and shrubs grow in the reserve.
Among the representatives of the flora, medicinal plants with healing properties are noted: essential
oil, fruit and berry, tannic ones.
Walking through the thickets of Zaamin, travelers can pick rose hips, mint, vetch, tarragon, onions,
cloves, hawthorn, geraniums and much more.
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The reserve is rich in its diverse fauna. Here live such animals and birds as wolves, vultures, tits,
stomp hare, Turkestan agama, Turkestan eagle owl, black-throated thrush, lake frog, stone marten
and many others. The Turkestan lynx, the forest dormouse and even the white-clawed bear hide in
the forest thicket.
In addition to the unique nature, the reserve has many natural and historical attractions: huge
red boulders of a bizarre shape in a clearing in Kyzyl-ataksay, the ancient Boboyongok walnut tree,
Peshagor cave, the Khujai Serob-ota shrine.
The Zaamin Reserve is a popular place for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. Here you can spend
an unforgettable time in nature, go mountain climbing,
go hiking or just enjoy the beauty of mountains, lakes and waterfalls, as well as see rare animals
and birds.
In addition, therapeutic rest is available in Zaamin throughout the year. Zaamin sanatorium is
located not far from the park. In the recreational zone there are many boarding houses, sanatoriums,
rest houses and children’s camps, which have become a favorite vacation spot for all Uzbeks for
several decades.
Thus, the Zaamin State Mountain and juniper Reserve is a must-see place, a unique corner of
nature that amazes with its beauty and diversity of landscapes.
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CULTURAL HERITAGE
Cultural heritage of
Uzbekistan:
Biennale of Islamic
Art
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From January 23 to April 23, 2023, the first
biennale of Islamic art was held in Jeddah (Saudi
Arabia). This event is the largest exhibition of
Islamic art in the world and attracts participants
from various countries.
At this exhibition, Uzbekistan presented
a unique exposition, which consisted of 17
museum ethnography and textiles items.
The participation of Uzbekistan in such a
grandiose event is an important milestone for
the cultural life of the country and it brought the
opportunity to demonstrate the richness and
diversity of the Islamic culture of Uzbekistan. It
also contributed to attracting the attention of the
international community to the cultural heritage of
Uzbekistan and the development of the tourism
industry.
Among the presented exhibits there are the
Kattalangar Quran of the 8th century, which is
of great and unique significance for the Islamic
world, ceramic jugs and bowls from Samarkand
and Afrasiab of the 10th-11th centuries, a copy
from the book of al-Sahih by the famous hadith
scholar al-Bukhari of the 17th century, men’s
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23rd International Exhibition Triennale Milano:
Tashkent Modernism.Index project
On April 17-23, 2023, the 23rd International
Exhibition Triennale Milano was held in Milan
(Italy). During this exhibition, a presentation of
the unique Tashkent Modernism.Index project
was held.
This project aims to interpret and preserve
the modernist architecture of Tashkent. Thanks
to the project, the international community learnt
about a unique architectural style – Tashkent
modernism. The experts took as a basis 20
monuments of modernism, representing the
architectural, social and historical aspects of
Tashkent.
Tashkent Modernism is an architectural
style that developed in Tashkent between the
1950s and 1990s. It was associated with the
modernization of the city, which was taking place
at that time. The main characteristics of Tashkent
modernism were the use of new materials and
technologies, the functionality and simplicity of
forms, as well as the unique style of facades
construction.
It is considered one of the most interesting
and original architectural styles that developed
during that historical period.
Today, many buildings designed in this style
are architectural monuments and attract the
attention of tourists from all over the world.
The Panorama Cinema Hall was chosen as
one of the objects of study of the project. It is
one of the first immersion halls in Central Asia
for watching panoramic and wide-screen films.
The aesthetics, original layout and unique design
of the cinema make it the main masterpiece of
Tashkent modernism and the most famous piece
of architecture of the 20th century.
Other city buildings included in the Tashkent
Modernism.Index project: The State Museum
of the History of Uzbekistan, the Institute of the
Sun, the Tashkent Circus, the Uzbekistan Hotel,
a television center and many others.
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ABOUT US IN DIFFERENT PLATFORMS
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WE WILL SHARE WITH YOU A SMALL PART OF THE MOST INTERESTING AND
INFORMATIONAL REVIEWS ABOUT THE POPULAR TOURIST DESTINATION -
UZBEKISTAN.
Wanderlust travel magazine
www.cnn.com
One of the largest British travel magazines, Wanderlust
travel magazine, published an article about nine impressive
fortified cities around the world. The publication included
the most ancient Ichan Kala as “a labyrinth of mosques,
palaces and minarets”.
The top nine walled cities included: Cartagena
Fortress in Colombia, Dubrovnik in Croatia, Taroudant in
Morocco, Yorkshire Castle in the UK, Ichan Kala Fortress
in Uzbekistan, Carcassonne in France, Jerusalem in Israel,
Mdina in Malta, Xian Fortress in China.
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The Times
www.bbc.com
British magazine The Times has published 13 of the
best alluring and faraway places to travel in 2023. The
publication included our ancient city of Samarkand in the
list. The list also includes: Australia, Kenya, Qatar, Nagoya,
Maldives, Istanbul and others.
“The golden age in Samarkand began with the era of
the Great Silk Road, when Genghis Khan was building a
powerful empire. However, the beginning of the 21st century
shows the same prosperity: after the arrival of high-speed
trains connecting two other ancient, mesmerizing tourist
centers of Uzbekistan - Bukhara and Khiva, azure-domed
mosques and jewel-studded mausoleums were joined by
a new luxurious complex. Located near the city, the Silk
Road Samarkand complex offers tourists first-class hotels
and unique gastronomy,” the newspaper notes.
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November 15-17
Tashkent International
Tourism Fair
Tourism on the Silk
Road - 2023
Become a part of the largest touristic
exhibition in Central Asia
The Tashkent International Tourism Fair - Tourism on the Silk Road (TITF) is the
brightest and largest event in the tourism industry of Uzbekistan and the entire
Central Asian region.
The fair has been held since 1995 with the official support of the United Nations
World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Every year the exhibition gathers tourism
business professionals from all over the world.