The opening of the international scientific conference "Cultural heritage of Uzbekistan in the focus of modern science" took place at the Palace of Youth Creativity in Samarkand. It takes place on the eve of the VI International Congress of the World Society "Cultural heritage of Uzbekistan - the foundation of a new renaissance." During the conference, the Chairman of the Board of the Firdavs Abdukhalikov Society, Academician, Chairman of the Editorial Board of the project "Cultural Heritage of Uzbekistan in the Collections of the World" Akmal Saidov, Vice-President of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Director of the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic Bakhrom Abdukhalimov , as well as the General Director of the Research Center for Islamic History, Art and Culture Mahmud Erol Kilic (Turkey). Between speeches, videos were broadcast on the screen dedicated to the cultural life of Uzbekistan and the projects of the World Society. “This project, which is being implemented at the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, is a clear indicator of the results of reforms in the new Uzbekistan. And all those present during these five years that the new Uzbekistan exists have contributed to this project. Contributed by a number of government organizations, public figures and organizations, foreign research organizations and, of course, scientists - you. All of us, united, are doing a very good and necessary thing. The cultural heritage of Uzbekistan, we are all talking about it, is the heritage of all mankind. Uzbekistan, and indeed the whole of Central Asia as a whole, is a crossroads of cultures, civilizations, religions, and empires. It is very important that we talk about this region, as there is an interest in the world in the region, which is located at the crossroads of the Silk Road,” said Firdavs Abdukhalikov. Those present honored Academician Edward Rtveladze, one of those who stood at the origins of the Society, with a minute of silence. In memory of the scientist, Sergei Laptev, a member of the Board of the Society, a special employee of the Miho Museum (Japan), delivered a speech. A video dedicated to Rtveladze was also shown. A welcome letter was read to the participants of the Congress from the patron, Chairman of the Board of the oilfield service company ERIELL Group Bakhtiyor Fazilov, who supports the project. “It has become a great honor for us to support this undertaking from the first days of the project’s existence, as we are aware of the importance of the work being carried out in the new Uzbekistan to study the huge potential that our land stores and increases,” Fazilov said. More than 250 world-famous orientalists will take part in the work of the VI International Congress of the Society. Among them are 33 directors of famous international museums, 15 directors of national museums, more than 15 academicians, more than 20 professors, more than 20 doctors of science.
Dialog.Tj: Conference "Cultural heritage of Uzbekistan in the focus of modern science" opened in Samarkand
"Mirajnama" at the Court of Louis XIV
The National Library of France has a rich history, beginning with its establishment as the royal library. An important milestone in its development was the accumulation of manuscripts from Central Asia, which contributed to the expansion of knowledge about Eastern culture and literature. One of the key acquisitions was the famous manuscript "Mirajnama," which arrived in Paris in the 17th century. Read here about how this ancient manuscript came into the hands of the Musketeers’ ruler, Louis XIV.
Did Prokudin-Gorsky work as a tax collector in Turkestan?
Pioneer of color photography in the Russian Empire, author of hundreds of photographs of Turkestan and the famous photograph of the Emir of Bukhara, Prokudin-Gorsky made a significant contribution to the cultural heritage of both Uzbekistan and the world. His works are stored in the Library of Congress in the USA, and exhibitions are held worldwide. But was photography his primary occupation, or were the photographs merely a hobby while he earned his living as a tax collector in Turkestan, a role often despised in the regions of the Russian Empire? Let's explore this here.
The Vatican Library is planning to engage WOSCU in the study of its archives
The Prefect (General Director) of the Vatican Apostolic Library, Mauro Mantovani, has not ruled out the possibility of close collaboration with WOSCU and the involvement of orientalists from the World Society in studying the archives of one of the unique libraries in the world.
Karakalpak jewelry in the collection of the Russian Ethnographic Museum
Karakalpak jewelry, presented in the Russian Ethnographic Museum, reflects the rich cultural tradition and artistic mastery of this people. Among them, various types of women's pectoral jewelry, earrings, rings and bracelets stand out, each of which carries unique symbolism and meaning.
Alexander the Great and the Riddle of the Cup of Jamshid
The miniature "Seven Sages," dated around 1590, serves as an intriguing example of the interaction between various cultures and traditions in the art of that time. It likely depicts Iskandar (Alexander the Great) surrounded by seven philosophers, who may symbolize the wisdom and knowledge of different peoples studying the Cup of Jamshid.
Hadiths and wishes on ceramic dishes
Glazed ceramics decor of the 10th-12th centuries. Excellently reflect the significant changes that came to the culet and art of the Central Asian region as a result of the spread of Islam. Completely new characteristics of Islamic art.
Visit of the delegation of members of the World Society for the Study, Preservation and Popularization of the Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan from the UAE
Samarkand is an ancient city. In the Middle Ages it used to be the science center of the East
Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan on Turkish TV channel
The Orient is a museum business: why the Hermitage needs Uzbek weapons
The world scientists reported sensational discoveries
Unity and diversity of cultures
The 6th International Congress of the World Society "Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan - the Foundation of a new Renaissance"
Film director Timur Bekmambetov to take part in project dedicated to Kyrk-Kyz epic
Svetlana Gorshenina: The project of studying and popularizing the cultural legacy of Uzbekistan has become a phenomenon of science
Tajik scholar to study Uzbek manuscripts stored in Tajikistan
Professor of Tajik National University: the congress will go down in history as a catalyst for discoveries that will turn the world upside down
A manuscript about As-Sufi commissioned by Ulugbek has been returned to Samarkand as a facsimile
Congress opening: golden collection of Emir of Bukhara found in Giuseppe Tucci Museum in Rome
Murat Dzhumataev: “The peoples of Central Asia developed science, culture and art on the same territory, and this time was called the Renaissance."
Charlotte Kramer: "Our mission is to recreate the masterpieces of Central Asia, scattered around the world."
Lilia Sattarova: "The World Society Project once again proved the deep connection and interpenetration of our cultures"
Participants in the 6th Congress highly appreciated the efforts of the President and the Government of Uzbekistan in the preservation of the cultural legacy
Muzaffar Sheker: "The work done by Uzbekistan in the field of culture is admirable"
Firdavs Abdukhalikov: "The reforms of the New Uzbekistan yield bright results"
Irina Popova: "Uzbekistan is a country led by people who advocate the preservation of ancient culture"
Sali Shahsivari: I am sincerely glad that cultural projects are fully supported by the President of Uzbekistan
6th International Congress Cultural Heritage of Uzbekistan — Foundation of a New Renaissance has started
Historical and archaeological park to be created in Karakalpakstan
Sara Noshadi: UNESCO is pleased to see Uzbekistan's efforts to preserve its cultural heritage
The Government of Uzbekistan is undoubtedly making tremendous efforts to create an international cultural dialogue
"Culture, art, education are the bridges that build the future"
Frederick Starr: Uzbekistan is the only country that had direct contact with all centers of civilization
A book of memoirs about the "knight of archeology" Edward Rtveladze presented in Samarkand
"The Congress is amazing with the volume of scientific publications", - Francis Richard
The 6th International Congress of the World Society Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan - the Foundation of a New Renaissance will take place in Uzbekistan
A Book about Valuables of the Emirs of Bukhara to be Published Soon
Book revealing main stages in cinema development to be published in Uzbekistan
A Documentary Film about the Legendary Uthman Qur'an Made in Uzbekistan
The participants of the 5th International Congress adopted a traditional address to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Appeal of participants of the 5th international congress "The cultural legacy of Uzbekistan: the foundation of a new renaissance" to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev
Work starts on a book-album dedicated to the rarities of Uzbekistan in the collections of Korea
Tokyo hosted an international scientific conference "Uzbekistan and Japan on the Great Silk Road"
Aziz Abduhakimov: project "Cultural legacy of Uzbekistan" is a unique initiative
Firdavs Abdukhalikov, "We must educate our youth"
Dialogue of Cultures: the Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan presented in Delhi
Presentation of a series of books on the cultural heritage of Uzbekistan was held in Delhi
The author of the project "Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan in World Collections" was awarded the "Mekhnat Shukhrati" Order
Orientalists of the world appealed to the President of Uzbekistan
Open address of the participants of the 2nd International Congress "Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan" to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Sh.M. Mirziyoyev
The Kultura TV Channel about the Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan in St. Petersburg
On March 16, 2018, an international media forum dedicated to the implementation of the project "Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan in world collections" was held in Tashkent
The Russian Academy of Sciences will hand over copies of ancient manuscripts to Uzbekistan
Russian libraries and museums will receive a catalog of Uzbekistan's cultural legacy
"Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan" gathered world scientists in Tashkent and Samarkand
