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The history of the acquisition of a numismatic collection in the State Museum of History of Uzbekistan begins with the personal fate of World War I participant…

Khatifi holds an important place in the history of Eastern literature, particularly due to his epic works. His poem "Temurnama" not only glorifies Timur…

Karakalpak jewelry, presented in the Russian Ethnographic Museum, reflects the rich cultural tradition and artistic mastery of this people. Among them,…

The Andijan Mosque complex, built in the 19th century, is a significant architectural and historical monument of the region. An important part of this…

The miniature "Seven Sages," dated around 1590, serves as an intriguing example of the interaction between various cultures and traditions in the art of…

The presentation by ethnographer Adjap Bairyeva from Turkmenistan, based on the research of art historian Elmira Gul from Uzbekistan, delivered during…

The earliest form of urban culture are proto-cities as precursors of the first state formations, including Jarkutan and Sapallitepa, the emergence of which…

Ruidjo is not just an element of textile, but a symbol of tradition and culture, which plays an important role in the life of newlyweds. An embroidered…

In the 7th century, the Chinese monk Xuanzang traveled through Central Asia to India in search of Buddhist sutras, writing about it in his travel notes…

For more than 150 years of its existence, the National Library of Uzbekistan named after Alisher Navoi has gone through an amazing and difficult path of…

Tamara Khanum, a famous Uzbek actress and dancer, left a bright mark in the history of Uzbek art. Her concert costume, kept in the State Historical Museum,…

Documents from Mount Mug represent a unique source of information about the complex and dynamic history of the Central Asian Mesopotamia in the early Middle…

Frederick Starr, founder and chairman of the Central Asia-Caucasus Institute (CACI) at the US Foreign Policy Council and WOSCU member, spoke about ancient…

During the New Stone Age, the Southern Aral Sea region became home to the Kelteminar culture, where hunters and fishermen actively developed this region…

Archaeological excavations on the outskirts of the city of Kuva have uncovered the remains of a Buddhist temple dating back to the 7th century. This discovery…

The history of Turkey in the collection of the Abu Rayhan Beruni Institute of Oriental Studies is represented by six manuscripts, including "Tarikh" ("History")…

The Chinnikhana Pavilion under Ulugbek became a symbol of cultural exchange, with the tile decorations replicating the style of Chinese porcelain of the…

The art of embroidery in Uzbekistan has deep roots and extensive traditions, reflecting the rich cultural history of the region. Embroidery, especially…

From the 9th and 10th centuries to the beginning of the 20th century, our ancestors created a vast written heritage in Arabic, Persian, and Turkic languages. The…

The Berlin Museum of Islamic Art was founded in 1904. Its collection is based on arts and crafts, as well as archaeological artifacts from almost all parts…

The technique of glazing ceramics, which became widespread in the first centuries of the spread of Islam, made it possible to decorate vessels with colorful…

All the epochs and each of these dynasties left their marks in the architectural looks of old Bukhara. The bulk of old buildings were lost or overhauled.…

One of the showcases of the exposition of the State Museum of Applied Arts and History of Crafts of Uzbekistan presents the products of Bukhara jewelers. Among…

In the past, making footwear, like any other craft, was something between amateur craftsmanship and genuine art. The shoes of the master were made of…