Events

Explore our exciting activities and cultural tours designed to enrich your summer school experience

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Walking Tour: Discover the Heart of Tashkent

Experience the unique character of Uzbekistan's capital through a guided walking tour that blends centuries of history with contemporary urban development. From magnificent Islamic monuments to vibrant public spaces, participants will discover how Tashkent preserves its rich cultural heritage while embracing modern architecture and city planning.

Hazrati Imam Complex
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Hazrati Imam (Khast Imam) Complex

Begin your journey at one of Uzbekistan's most revered religious and historical landmarks. Explore its magnificent mosques, madrasas, and libraries, including the world-famous Uthman Quran — one of the oldest surviving manuscripts of the Holy Quran.

Center of Islamic Civilization
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Center of Islamic Civilization

Visit one of Uzbekistan's newest cultural and scientific institutions dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of Islamic civilization. Learn about centuries of scholarship, science, architecture, and cultural achievements through interactive exhibitions.

Chorsu Bazaar
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Chorsu Bazaar

Step into the vibrant atmosphere of Tashkent's oldest and most famous traditional market. Located beneath its iconic turquoise dome, Chorsu Bazaar offers an authentic glimpse into everyday Uzbek life with colorful stalls filled with spices, fresh produce, and local delicacies.

Kukeldash Madrasah
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Kukeldash Madrasah

Discover one of the largest and best-preserved madrasas in Central Asia, dating back to the 16th century. Overlooking Chorsu Square, the Kukeldash Madrasah stands as a remarkable example of Timurid and Shaybanid architectural traditions.

Tashkent City
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Tashkent City

Experience the modern face of Uzbekistan in Tashkent City, the country's largest contemporary urban development project. Featuring innovative architecture, landscaped parks, business centers, and public spaces, it demonstrates the transformation of Tashkent into a dynamic metropolis.

Magic City
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Magic City

Conclude the tour at Magic City, one of Tashkent's most popular entertainment and cultural destinations. Inspired by European architectural styles, this lively complex combines beautiful streetscapes, fountains, restaurants, performances, and attractions.


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Walking Tour: Discover the Timeless Beauty of Bukhara

Step into one of the world's oldest living cities and explore the remarkable architectural and cultural heritage of Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with more than 2,000 years of history. This guided walking tour will take participants through magnificent monuments, bustling trading domes, and historic public spaces that have preserved the spirit of the Silk Road for centuries.

Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble
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Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble

The vibrant heart of historic Bukhara, constructed during the 16th and 17th centuries. The ensemble surrounds a picturesque artificial pond (hauz) that once served as an important social and water-management center. Includes Kukeldash Madrasah, Nadir Divan-Begi Madrasah, Divan-Begi Khanqah, and the Lyabi-Hauz Pond.

Historic Centre of Bukhara
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Historic Centre of Bukhara

Continue your journey through the UNESCO-listed Old City, where magnificent monuments, covered bazaars, and educational institutions illustrate Bukhara's importance as a great center of commerce, science, and Islamic culture along the Silk Road. Includes Poi-Kalyan Ensemble, Historic Trading Domes, Misgaron Bathhouse, Ulugh Beg Madrasah, and Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah.

Ark Fortress and Bolo-Hauz Mosque
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Ark Fortress & Bolo-Hauz Mosque

Conclude your journey at two of Bukhara's most iconic monuments, representing the city's political authority and religious life. The Ark Fortress is an ancient citadel that served as the residence of Bukhara's rulers, while the Bolo-Hauz Mosque is renowned for its stunning wooden columns and intricate carved ceiling.