✨ Available in English & French | Édition spéciale en anglais et en français
In this special bilingual edition, we welcome you to explore Uzbekistan through its legendary crossroads city — Samarkand, once called the Mirror of the World, now a vibrant hub of tourism, investment, design, and memory. From the rebirth of the Eternal City to Silk Road gastronomy and architectural marvels, this issue is a celebration of Uzbekistan’s rich past and visionary future.
Inside you’ll discover:
🏛 Samarkand Reimagined – One of the world’s most ancient cities steps into the global spotlight with the Silk Road Samarkand complex (p.20) and new international airport (p.24). Investor Bakhtiyor Fazilov (p.12) shares his vision for the city’s future.
🛍 Eternal City Magic – Walk through a real-life oriental fairytale in the Eternal City ethnopark (p.16), where local craftsmanship, folklore, and immersive experiences bring the Silk Road to life.
🎭 Heritage in Motion – From the iconic suzane embroidery (p.40) to the Rakhimov ceramics dynasty (p.38) and young artists shaping modern Uzbek identity (p.52), culture is a living thread here.
✈️ Tourism Transformation – Learn how tourism companies like Rocket DMC (p.30) and international MICE players (p.32) are crafting Uzbekistan’s image on the world stage.
🏙 Tashkent, Khiva & Bukhara – Spend 24 hours in the capital with influencer Diana Lavrentieva (p.46), explore Khiva, now crowned Tourism Capital of the Islamic World 2024 (p.44), and revisit the grandeur of Bukhara (p.42).
🎨 Passion Ouzbékistan – A French artistic tribute to Uzbekistan’s soul: historian Frédérique Beaupertuis-Bressand reflects on a Parisian book project chronicling Timurid culture and Samarkand’s allure (p.50).
🍽 A Taste of the Silk Road – From plov (p.56) to haute cuisine in Silk Road Samarkand’s restaurants (p.58), experience Uzbek hospitality through its unforgettable food.
Whether you're planning your first visit or deepening your connection to this beautiful land, Visit Uzbekistan invites you to be inspired, enchanted, and always exploring.
Bienvenue en Ouzbékistan – là où chaque voyage commence par une histoire.
✨ Available in English & French | Édition spéciale en anglais et en français
In this special bilingual edition, we welcome you to explore Uzbekistan through its legendary crossroads city — Samarkand, once called the Mirror of the World, now a vibrant hub of tourism, investment, design, and memory. From the rebirth of the Eternal City to Silk Road gastronomy and architectural marvels, this issue is a celebration of Uzbekistan’s rich past and visionary future.
Inside you’ll discover:
🏛 Samarkand Reimagined – One of the world’s most ancient cities steps into the global spotlight with the Silk Road Samarkand complex (p.20) and new international airport (p.24). Investor Bakhtiyor Fazilov (p.12) shares his vision for the city’s future.
🛍 Eternal City Magic – Walk through a real-life oriental fairytale in the Eternal City ethnopark (p.16), where local craftsmanship, folklore, and immersive experiences bring the Silk Road to life.
🎭 Heritage in Motion – From the iconic suzane embroidery (p.40) to the Rakhimov ceramics dynasty (p.38) and young artists shaping modern Uzbek identity (p.52), culture is a living thread here.
✈️ Tourism Transformation – Learn how tourism companies like Rocket DMC (p.30) and international MICE players (p.32) are crafting Uzbekistan’s image on the world stage.
🏙 Tashkent, Khiva & Bukhara – Spend 24 hours in the capital with influencer Diana Lavrentieva (p.46), explore Khiva, now crowned Tourism Capital of the Islamic World 2024 (p.44), and revisit the grandeur of Bukhara (p.42).
🎨 Passion Ouzbékistan – A French artistic tribute to Uzbekistan’s soul: historian Frédérique Beaupertuis-Bressand reflects on a Parisian book project chronicling Timurid culture and Samarkand’s allure (p.50).
🍽 A Taste of the Silk Road – From plov (p.56) to haute cuisine in Silk Road Samarkand’s restaurants (p.58), experience Uzbek hospitality through its unforgettable food.
Whether you're planning your first visit or deepening your connection to this beautiful land, Visit Uzbekistan invites you to be inspired, enchanted, and always exploring.
Bienvenue en Ouzbékistan – là où chaque voyage commence par une histoire.
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