The draft of the state program on action plans was elaborated for “2018 – the year of Support of active entrepreneurship, innovative ideas and technology” within the framework of Action Strategies on the five directions for the development of Uzbekistan in 2017-2021.
According to President’s degree dated November 28, 2017 public discussion is going to be taken into account until January 15, 2018.
The fifth direction of Action strategy of the State Program Draft is “Provision of security, international harmony and religious tolerance with priorities on deeply-well-thought, mutual and practical foreign policy.” There are a number of articles related to religious sphere. Here is the one related to organizing international Qur’an festival:
Article 219. Organition of the 1st International Festival on Qur’an reading. The deadline is July 10, 2018 and will be in Bukhara region.
Organizational acitivies:
- promotion of pure essence of Islam in the world community;
- rewarding Qur’an reciter in various nominations;
- support of society and youth in enlightenment;
- promotion of rich historical, religious and cultural heritage to tourists.
Press service,
Muslim Board of Uzbekistan
Articles highlighting Uzbekistan’s unique historical and cultural heritage and the dynamic development of its modern tourism infrastructure have been published on the leading Arab tourism portal “Sayeh”, reports Dunyo IA.
In an article under the headline “Samarkand – A Rich History and a Modern Tourism Experience”, particular attention is devoted to the pearl of the Great Silk Road, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as “Samarkand – Crossroads of Cultures”. The publication provides a detailed account of the Registan Square ensemble, the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the Ulugh Beg Observatory, the Bibi-Khanym Mosque and the Shah-i-Zinda Complex, emphasizing that the unique ancient architecture and blue glazed mosaics preserve the memory of the development of world science, politics and art. At the same time, the article notes that the dynamic development of hotel facilities, transport infrastructure and tourism services is making visits increasingly comfortable.
In the publication “The Most Remarkable Tourism Experiences in Uzbekistan”, the article highlights a comprehensive approach to travelling across the country. A visit to Samarkand is recommended to be combined with trips to Bukhara, with its Poi-Kalyan Ensemble and Ark Citadel, as well as Khiva, home to the open-air museum of Ichan-Kala. The capital, Tashkent, adds the dynamism of a metropolis and the distinctive architecture of its metro, while the mountainous regions of Zaamin and the Tien Shan offer opportunities for ecotourism.
Publication concludes that the key appeal of Uzbekistan as a tourist destination lies in the harmonious combination of its rich historical heritage with the everyday life of modern cities. The country’s renowned hospitality, distinctive national cuisine with its traditional plov-making traditions, the vibrant atmosphere of Eastern bazaars and developing craft workshops give travellers an authentic local experience. The systematic modernization of infrastructure, expanding accommodation options and convenient transport connections make Uzbekistan an ideal destination for international tourists seeking to combine exploring history, immersing themselves in culture and enjoying nature.