Silk Road Adventures is an arts, culture and lifestyle programme that explores the rich heritage of Uzbekistan. From stargazing to... More

Silk Road Adventures

Get to know the alpine wonders of Uzbekistan

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode we head to the north-eastern tip of Uzbekistan to uncover the alpine wonders surrounding of the country, where soaring peaks, emerald slopes, and deep-blue reservoirs form a natural escape just two hours from Tashkent.

15/07/2025

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Tashkent blends ancient roots with digital ambition on the Silk Road

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

From historic mosques to cutting-edge startups, Tashkent is fast becoming a capital of contrasts — where centuries-old tradition sits alongside modern tech and architecture in Central Asia’s rising star.

01/07/2025

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Stihia Festival draws global crowds to Aral Sea’s vanished shoreline

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

Stihia Festival attracts thousands to Muynak, Uzbekistan, spotlighting the Aral Sea’s environmental crisis while blending electronic music, art, and local culture on the site of a vanished sea.

17/06/2025

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Jizzakh: Soviet history and alpine escapes in Uzbekistan’s highlands

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

From Soviet-era legacies and literary icons to adrenaline-filled trails and glacial springs, Uzbekistan’s Jizzakh region is rich in cultural landmarks and natural escapes.

10/06/2025

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How Bukhara's ancient water systems inspire today’s climate solutions

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we explore how Bukhara’s ancient water systems still shape life today, as a city in the desert adapts to the challenges of climate change.

20/05/2025

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Inside Khiva’s heritage: from puppet theatres to palace courtyards

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we visit Khiva, Uzbekistan’s desert gem, where puppet makers, dancers and ancient palaces keep the spirit of the Silk Road alive.

06/05/2025

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Tasting tradition: from plov in Tashkent to samsa in Parkent

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we explore Uzbekistan’s culinary heritage, from Tashkent’s food markets and plov centre to a mountain village famous for its seasonal samsa.

22/04/2025

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How Uzbekistan is reviving its textile heritage for the global market

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventure, we look at Uzbekistan's rich textile heritage - from traditional suzani embroidery to modern production - which is shaping the country's role in the global fashion and textile industry.

08/04/2025

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Ulugh Beg: The Silk Road ruler who mapped the stars

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we discover how Ulugh Beg, a 15th-century ruler and scholar, transformed Samarkand into a centre of astronomical excellence, leaving a legacy that continues to shape modern science.

25/03/2025

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Samarkand’s Silk Road legacy: From ancient murals to the revival of silk paper

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we uncover Samarkand’s enduring legacy—where Silk Road traders once gathered, artisans still craft silk paper, and ancient murals reveal lost civilisations.

19/03/2025