A cultural evening and the opening of the exhibition “The Art of Miniature: From Bukhara to the Arabian Peninsula. Stories Along the Ways to the Shrines”, dedicated to the 35^th Anniversary of the Independence of Uzbekistan, took place in the capital of Saudi Arabia, reports Dunyo IA.

Event was organized by the Embassy of Uzbekistan. It was attended by representatives of the diplomatic corps, government agencies, media, figures of culture and art, artists, and guests.

Exhibition features 35 works by Uzbek masters, introducing visitors to the history, artistic characteristics and traditions of miniature painting of Uzbekistan.

Ambassador of Uzbekistan, Nodirjon Turgunov, noted the role of culture in strengthening mutual understanding between peoples and developing Uzbek-Saudi humanitarian ties.

Head of the AlMashtal Creative Hub, Princess Noura bint Saud bin Nayef Al Saud, congratulated Uzbekistan on the 35^th Anniversary of Independence and emphasized the significance of preserving the art of miniature as a part of Islamic artistic heritage.

Within the framework of the event, the prospects of cooperation in the field of education and art were also discussed. Representatives of Saudi universities expressed interest in partnering with the Kamoliddin Behzod National Institute of Fine Arts and Design, including academic exchanges, joint research and professional contacts.

Exhibition will remain open to visitors for two days. Practical masterclasses will also be held for 35 Saudi amateur artists and young masters under the guidance of Uzbek specialists.