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“The Center for Islamic Civilization has reached half of its goal” – Sali Shahsivari
Scholars from all over the world are currently in Samarkand. In the tourist center of Samarkand, scholars are sharing their knowledge and scientific discoveries with their colleagues.
“I am happy to be in the homeland of Imam al-Bukhari and alongside his successors.”
Dr. Tan Huism, Director of the National Library of Qatar:
"I support and applaud the actions of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev"
Damir Mukhtyedinov, First Deputy Chairman of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Russian Federation:
A Glimpse into the VIII WOSCU Congress "The Heritage of Great Ancestors - The Foundation of the Third Renaissance."
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The congress has opened the path to cooperation
To the participants of the VIII International Congress "The Heritage of Great Ancestors – The Foundation of the Third Renaissance"
The Center of Islamic Civilization hosted over 300 scholars from 35 countries within its walls.
O‘zbekiston madaniy merosini o‘rganish, saqlash va ommalashtirish bo‘yicha Butunjahon jamiyati (WOSCU) VIII Xalqaro kongressining ochilish marosimi arafasida tadbir ishtirokchilari uchun Toshkentdagi Hazrati Imom tarixiy majmuasi yaqinida qurilayotgan Islom sivilizatsiyasi markaziga ekskursiya uyushtirildi.
Prestigious Cultural Event Bringing Together 300 Scholars from Around the World Kicks Off in Tashkent
From August 23rd to 26th, the 8th International Congress "The Legacy of Great Ancestors - The Foundation of the Third Renaissance" will be held.
A Press Conference Was Held Dedicated to the VIII International Congress "The Heritage of Great Ancestors - the Foundation of the Third Renaissance"
The VIII International Congress "The Heritage of Great Ancestors - the Foundation of the Third Renaissance" will be held from August 23rd to 26th in Tashkent and Samarkand.
Sultan Raev's Literary Works Unveiled at the Congress Pre-Event
On August 22nd, the Writers' Union of Uzbekistan, in anticipation of the VIII International Congress of the World Society for the Study, Preservation, and Popularization of Uzbekistan's Cultural Heritage (WOSCU) and with the support of the Center for Islamic Civilization, organized a presentation of the Uzbek-language book "Tanlangan asarlar" ("Selected Works") by Kyrgyz writer and Secretary General of TURKSOY, Sultan Raev.
WOSCU's 8th Congress: Focus on the Museum Exhibits of the Center for Islamic Civilization and Imam al-Bukhari
The main theme of the 8th International Congress "The Legacy of Great Ancestors - the Foundation of the Third Renaissance," organized by the World Society for the Study, Preservation, and Popularization of Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan (WOSCU), will be the museum exhibits of the Center for Islamic Civilization and the Imam al-Bukhari Memorial Complex.
The 8th International Congress “The Legacy of the Great Ancestors: the Foundation of the Third Renaissance”
From August 23 to 26, the 8th International Congress of the World Society for the Study, Preservation and Popularization of the Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan (WOSCU) “The Legacy of the Great Ancestors: the Foundation of the Third Renaissance” will be held in Tashkent and at the Silk Road Samarkand Tourist Center in Samarkand with the participation of the Center of Islamic Civilization under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Have You Heard of the Works Dedicated to Ulugbek?
As noted in sources, in 1438–1439, the astronomical tables "Zij-i Sultani" were created, containing numerous corrections and additions to previous treatises on the subject.
An Arab Nation Preserving Its Traditions in Samarkand
Certain photographs also captured Central Asian Arabs who settled in villages along the middle and lower reaches of the Zeravshan River, from Samarkand to the Karakul Oasis, tracing their ancestry back to the Arabs who spread Islam in Central Asia.
Where is the manuscript of the poem copied for Abdullah's library kept?
The work of the renowned collector Mijon was successfully continued by his students.
Gems with their own meaning
The origins of jewelry in Uzbekistan are lost in the depths of millennia. In the 19th century, the largest centers of this craft were Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, Karshi, and Kokand.
Semi-open shoes - chorik
In the past, making footwear, like any other craft, was something between amateur craftsmanship and genuine art.
Major Centers of Metalwork and Jewelry Art in the 20th Century
The creation of artistic metalwork is one of the oldest crafts and applied arts, surpassed only by ceramics. In Uzbekistan, this craft, with its centuries-old traditions, has long developed in a variety of local schools and centers.
Uzbek Jewelry: Reflecting Social Status and Serving as Amulets
The origins of jewelry making in Uzbekistan can be traced back thousands of years. In the 19th century, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, Karshi, and Kokand were the major centers for this craft. Each center had its own distinctive forms and decorative elements in jewelry.
Where is Amir Timur's Father Buried?
The tomb structures of the Gumbaz-i sayyidan and Shams ad-Din Kular mausoleums in the "Dar ut-Tilavat" complex, considered the "cultural-ideological center" of Shahrisabz, consist of the graves of the saint, his devotees, and also the Termez sayyids.
Colbert's Treasure - "Tazkirat al-auliya"
Farid al-Din Attar's "Tazkirat al-auliya" is well known to readers. A Turkic translation of this work, written in Uyghur script, is included in "Mirajnama."
From Baker to Blacksmith... Or, People Captured in Photographs
The everyday culture of the peoples of Central Asia held a special fascination for photographers of the past.
The Central Asian Bazaar as a Cultural Hub
Markets in Central Asia held a significance far different from those in Europe. This is why bazaars held a particular fascination for photographers, providing a window into the diverse tapestry of public life.
The Mints of the Khorezmshahs: From Khorezm to India
In the 13th century, when the Khorezm state was at its peak, the Khorezmshahs controlled not only vast territories but also the monetary system. Coins were minted in different territories under the rule of different rulers.
A Treasure from Bukhara: The Divan of Shahi Firuzkuhi
The manuscript Supplément persan 1960, from the collection of the renowned French collector George Marteau, is a true masterpiece of Persian poetry. It contains the poems of Shahi Firuzkuhi, a talented poet from Herat.
The king to whom the Divs obeyed
Abu'l-Qasim Firdowsi's "Shahnama" is one of the most renowned epic works of Persian literature.
How did Garshasp defeat Bahu?
A significant part of Asad Tusi's epic "Garshaspname" was added to the manuscript of "Shahname" by Abulqasim Firdavsi, stored in the National Library of Russia.
The History of Timur in the Raza Library
The Raza Library, located in the city of Rampur, India, is known as the "Taj Mahal of Books." Founded in the 18th century, this treasury of books houses thousands of valuable manuscripts in various languages.
An Architectural Monument in Shahrisabz Displaying the Name of the Prophet
The Treasure of Charles Schefer: The Persian Manuscript "Khosrow and Shirin"
Charles Schefer, a renowned French collector, was a passionate admirer of Eastern manuscripts, particularly Arabic, Persian, and Turkish. His collection included not only texts, but also richly illustrated manuscripts, which are true works of art.
Early Behzad: Apprenticeship and Inspiration
Behzad's early work, the recognized genius of Persian miniature painting, shows a strong influence from his teacher, Vali Allah. This is particularly evident in the miniature illustrating one of the parables from Saadi Shirazi's "Gulistan," a great 13th-century Persian poet.
When did the rulers of Khorezm start minting their own coins?
Before the introduction of coinage in Khorezm, barter trade prevailed for many centuries.
Ruler awarded the Order of the White Eagle
After the death of Rahim Khan in 1910, his son Isfandiyar Khan (1871 – 1918) became the head of the Khanate of Khiva.
The book series "Architectural Epigraphy of Uzbekistan" has enriched the collection of the National Library of Saudi Arabia
A delegation led by Firdavs Abdukhalikov, Director of the Center for Islamic Civilization of Uzbekistan and Chairman of the Board of the World Society for Study, Preservation, and Popularization of the Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan (WOSCU), visited the King Fahd National Library in Riyadh.
Who initiated the scientific processing of the Manuscript Fund of the National Library of Uzbekistan?
In 1925, the Manuscript Fund of the National Library of Uzbekistan, containing unique and particularly valuable publications, already held 2,000 storage units.
The Naive Khivans, Who Mistook the Photographer for a Magician
The Naive Khivans, Who Mistook the Photographer for a Magician