Destinations
The Silk Road Samarkand Tourist Complex Opens in Uzbekistan
In partnership with Silk Road Samarkand
A stunning new tourist complex The Silk Road Samarkand, has opened in Uzbekistan. Here modern hospitality standards are enhanced by the traditions of the past. Next to modern hotels, this city was built by craftsmen using ancient skills to create modern wonders.
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9th century Uzbek maths genius stars at Venice Biennale
In partnership with Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan
With the pandemic under control, Venice is ready once again to host the Biennale Arte. And for the first time, Uzbekistan has its own pavilion, just a year on from its first participation in the architecture edition.
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Pre-school education in Uzbekistan goes mobile
In partnership with NAESMI
More children are getting access to preschool education in Uzbekistan. Alternative school models are being introduced, like a bus with a teacher that arrives in some remote villages every morning, empowering children to make their own choices about how they learn.
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The Tashkent International Film Festival starts up again after 24 years
In partnership with NAESMI
Celebrating a new generation of filmmakers and inspiring Central Asian cinema with an exchange of fresh ideas and opportunities - the capital of Uzbekistan welcomes guests from around the world to the first Tashkent International Film Festival since 1997.
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Uzbekistan promotes preserving its historic heritage during Culture Week
In partnership with NAESMI
The International Forum: 'Central Asia at the Crossroads of World Civilizations' in Uzbekistan brought together some of the world’s most renowned cultural experts. It was also part of the country's larger goal to preserve and promote the region's cultural and historical heritage.
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Ancient astronomy manuscript resurrected by Uzbek heritage initiative
In partnership with NAESMI
The first true-to-the-original facsimile copy of the manuscript of Images of the Fixed Stars, an ancient astronomy manuscript by one of the most famous Muslim astronomers of all time has been resurrected by Uzbekistan's heritage initiative.
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Foreign investors look towards Uzbekistan as its tech sector blossoms
In partnership with NAESMI
In recent years, Uzbekistan has launched various reforms in order to liberalise the economy. The Tech sector is one of its fastest-growing sectors and local start-ups are attracting foreign investors. They plan to expand. Take a look at some of the success stories.
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Here's what Uzbekistan's cuisine reveals about its history and culture
In partnership with NAESMI
Uzbekistan’s territory was a central route on the Silk Road, and the people, ideas and goods that travelled through it have intrinsically become part of Uzbekistan’s culture, including its cuisine.
