MSA Resort: Tashkent’s Countryside Retreat
Photos: Clarissa Tan
It’s not all just desert—who would’ve thought that Uzbekistan has blue mountains and rolling green hills? About an hour’s drive away from Tashkent is the MSA Resort and Family Winery—set to open this fall. Backed by the government, the project aims to become a new destination for nature lovers, culinary tourists, and those eager to experience Uzbekistan’s rural culture. This past week, a team of journalists and media representatives visited MSA to witness the project coming to life.
Sanjar Mirakhmedov, Director of MSA Resort, says: "Our goal is to create a space that opens new opportunities for tourism and gives a strong boost to regional development. The focus of MSA Resort is on national identity and rich cultural heritage. We want to offer visitors not only excellent service but also a genuine experience — from national architecture to local crafts. We pay special attention to preserving the ancient traditions of grape growing and winemaking, producing wines that have already earned international recognition."
One of the key parts of the resort is the MSA Family Winery, which has already gained international recognition. Since 2022, it has represented Uzbek winemaking at the famous Cité du Vin museum in Bordeaux, France. In 2023, MSA Family Winery won a gold medal at the prestigious Berliner Wine Trophy in Germany and two silver medals at Mundus Vini. In 2024, MSA wines received two gold medals at the Concours International de Lyon in France, earning the title of Best Wine from Uzbekistan. Ekaterina Mokrova, a winery representative, also highlighted MSA’s high technical skills at Uzbekistan’s first sommelier competition.
The second part of the experience is the MSA resort, which will offer guests a chance to experience authentic Uzbek hospitality: cozy hotel rooms, a restaurant with national cuisine, a tasting hall, and – one of the most interesting features – traditional yurts that blend modern comfort with centuries-old Central Asian traditions. The complex will also have multifunctional spaces for public events, capacity of over 1,000 people, and open-air areas surrounded by beautiful nature. The MSA Resort expects to welcome around 20,000 tourists a year, allowing visitors to only enjoy Uzbekistan’s natural beauty but also to explore the local traditions of viticulture and winemaking.
The resort expects to create 350 new jobs, making a strong contribution to the local economy. MSA Resort focuses on several key areas: agriculture, gastro-, ethno-, and agro-tourism, and the production of high-value agricultural products. MSA aspires to become a center that brings together Uzbekistan’s rich culture, stunning nature, and modern infrastructure.
Additional Sources (in Russian): Nuz.Uz, UZDaily.Uz, XS.Uz
English Correspondants: Clarissa Tan & Iroda Raximovna
