The mosque designed by Uzbek architects is being built in Chechen Republic
The mosque which accommodates 20 thousand worshippers at a time is being built in Shali city, Chechen Republic. The mosque is designed by Uzbek architects.
With the initiative of local residents the mosque is planned to be named after Ramzan Kadirov. The construction works started in 2012 and the opening ceremony is expected in 2018.
The mosque is located opposite “Shali-City” complex. The mosque has 4 minarets in all four corners of main building. Each minaret is 63 meters high. The dome of mosque is 43 meters high. Adjoining area of the mosque will be covered with 12 fountains. The mosque will be constructed and decorated in the unique style without any analogues in the world. The overall area of the mosque will be 6,5 hectares.
Press Service,
Muslim Board of Uzbekistan
Arab Media: Uzbekistan attracts foreign visitors with its rich Islamic Heritage and Modern Services
Articles highlighting Uzbekistan’s rich historical and cultural heritage and the rapid development of the tourism sector in the country have been published by popular Middle Eastern media outlets, including Saudi Arabia’s online magazine “Alhatun” and the website of Jordanian radio station “Seyahafm”, reports Dunyo IA.
In its article, “Tourism in Uzbekistan: A Destination of History and Islamic Architecture along the Silk Road”, Saudi publication “Alhatun” describes Uzbekistan as a pearl of Central Asia. Magazine highlights the country’s major tourism destinations – Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent – identifying three key factors behind Uzbekistan’s appeal: its unique architectural and Islamic heritage along the Great Silk Road, the harmonious combination of antiquity and modernity, as well as traditional Eastern hospitality and cuisine.
In its publication, “Uzbekistan Attracts More Tourists and Extends Visitors’ Length of Stay”, Jordanian portal “Seyahafm” focuses on the dynamic growth of tourism-sector indicators. The article notes a 21.1 percent increase in international tourism arrivals during the first eight months of 2026, as well as significant growth in tourism services exports. The publication emphasizes that the simplification of the visa regime, expansion of the railway network and growth of hotel capacity have not only made travel around the country easier, but have also encouraged foreign visitors to stay in Uzbekistan longer and discover new regions.
