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Tashkent

20.05.2020   84623   3 min.
Tashkent

Tashkent - Capital of Uzbekistan General information about Tashkent Tashkent is the capital of Uzbekistan and is a metropolis of over 2.5 million people. The city is set out as a grid of straight, wide streets and avenues, interspersed with many green areas (parks, squares, and gardens) and fountains. This marvelous city embodies the modern elegance of many other capitals of the world; at the same time, as an eastern city, Tashkent has its own unique flavour. It tastefully combines medieval buildings that look like they're from the pages of ancient oriental tales, with elegant European architecture from the time of the Turkestan governorship, concrete 'blocks' from the Soviet era and, finally, sparkling high-rise commercial buildings made of glass and concrete that represent a new era of independent Uzbekistan. Tashkent, Uzbekistan – Picture

  Amir Temur Museum More pictures of Tashkent, Uzbekistan History of Tashkent Tashkent is one of the oldest cities on the Great Silk Road between China and Europe. The earliest references to Tashkent as a city settlement appeared in written sources in the 2nd century BC. In the Chinese annals the city is called Yueni or Shi; in the records of the Persian king, Shampur, it appears as Chach; and in other Arabic sources, Shash. The name Tashkent first appeared in Turkish documents of the 9th to 12th centuries. From ancient times, a favourable geographical position and mild climate made Tashkent one of the main Silk Road cities. In the 14-15th centuries it was the part of the Timurid Empire, and in the 16th century it was under the control of the Sheibanids dynasty. In 1865, after the conquest of Mikhail Chernyaev, Russian military leader, the city became under the rule of the Russian Empire and Russian government was established here. In 1930 Tashkent was declared the capital of Uzbekistan, former Uzbek SSR. Tashkent 

 What to do in Tashkent Tashkent sights Many of Tashkent's tourist sights are concentrated in the Old City, which is one of the few districts that has preserved its traditional culture in the rapidly-changing metropolis. The spirit of old Tashkent lives here, in the cozy courtyards of the hospitable mahallahs, the bustling Chorsu Bazaar, and the blue domes of the Khast Imam complex. In this part of the city there are artisans, teahouses, and bakeries. Other Tashkent sights worth visiting include the Tashkent TV Tower, the German Church, the Polish Church, Amir Temur Square with the famous Tashkent astronomical clock, Independence Square, and the former residence of Prince Romanov, which was designed by architects

   Prepeared by Imam Bukhari Tashkent Islamic Institute , Department of languages , English teacher     Kadirov Farrukh

 

 

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Uzbekistan and Egypt expand cooperation in the field of tourism

16.10.2026   28836   3 min.
Uzbekistan and Egypt expand cooperation in the field of tourism

A reception organized by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in cooperation with representatives of the Tourism Committee of Uzbekistan and “Umrah Plus” International Tourism Association (UPITA) was held in the Egyptian capital, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Event aimed to promote the tourism potential of Uzbekistan, increase the flow of Egyptian tourists, and develop bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector.

Reception was attended by the Vice Minister of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt Yomna Elbahar; Assistant Minister of Endowments (Awqaf) for Preachers' Affairs of Egypt Dr. Fatma Anter; Leadership of the Egyptian Federation of Tourist Chambers; President of UPITA Sherzod Sami, diplomats accredited in Cairo, representatives of tourism companies, media outlets, bloggers and other guests.

In his speech, Ambassador of Uzbekistan detailed the comprehensive reforms being implemented in the country to develop the tourism industry, create modern infrastructure, and expand international tourist routes. He emphasized that under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, tourism has become one of the key priorities of national development.

Particular attention was paid to the rich historical and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan and the broad opportunities for pilgrimage tourism. The Ambassador invited Egyptian tourists to visit Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent to explore the country's centuries-old history, architectural landmarks

Vice Minister of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt, Yomna Elbahar, noted the long-standing friendly relations between Egypt and Uzbekistan, as well as the mutual interest of both parties in further strengthening cooperation in the tourism sector. She highlighted the richness of the historical, cultural, and spiritual heritage of the two nations and expressed the readiness of the Egyptian tourism industry representatives to develop practical interaction with Uzbek partners, expand business ties, and create new tourism products.

According to her, a sustainable partnership should be built on mutual trust, adherence to professional standards and provision of high-quality services. She also expressed her gratitude to the Embassy of Uzbekistan for organizing the event and voiced hope for the initiation of a new phase in bilateral cooperation.

President of UPITA Sherzod Sami, announced plans to host the “Tourism Expo” exhibition in Egypt in June 2027. The exhibition is expected to showcase the tourism potential of Uzbekistan, establish direct contacts between tour operators of the two countries, and explore opportunities to increase the number of Egyptian tourists visiting Uzbekistan.

Positive dynamics of tourism exchanges demonstrate significant potential for the further expansion of cooperation. In 2026, the number of Egyptian citizens who visited Uzbekistan exceeded 7,000, nearly doubling compared to the previous period.

A significant outcome of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Egyptian Federation of Tourist Chambers, “DAHAB” tour operator and UPITA, aimed at developing cooperation in the field of tourism. Agreement is expected to strengthen ties between tour operators, facilitate the development of joint tourism products and increase the mutual tourist flow.

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