"MAGIC OF DANCE" – Khiva International Dance Festival in Khiva celebrates Khorezmian dance's natural beauty and delicacy – Lazgi in the Ichan Kala environment. Eminent dancers, folk groups, amazing singers of Uzbekistan, and different countries worldwide partake in the event, held annually in September. 

The program of the dance festival of Khiva is rich: folklore shows, musical and theatric performances, craft exhibitions, research-based and experiential forums, degustation of Khorezm foods, master-classes, etc.

At the final moment, organizers award winners of the "MAGIC OF DANCE"!

The Boysun Bahori festival represents the loyalty to ancient traditions and the unity of folks! The festival “Boysun Bahori” aims to accumulate and display the legacy of history in Boysun and other parts of Uzbekistan. A big camp is set up on the foothills with yurts, benches, and stages, where folklore groups perform. Great arenas are arranged for various national games: wrestling “kurash,” equestrian competition, “kupkari,” fights of rams and cocks, etc. In addition, a special place is played by the scene of “darboz” (tightrope walkers), which shows circus performances, where the balancing act perfectly combines with a fun theatrical performance. You can witness the version of the pop stars and the performance of street performers. 

Visitors will enjoy a festive salute and a gala concert with the participation of Uzbek pop stars while treating you to the most mouthwatering meat such as Gandy tandoor, Chulponcha (according to Shepherd’s), Black meat, Jiz-Biz, Chicken tandoor, Shish kebab.

The Navruz holiday in Uzbekistan is one of the country's most celebrated, colorful, and fun-filled festivities. On March 21, the spring equinox is celebrated when daylight and darkness are of equal length. 

In Uzbekistan, the Navruz celebration is accompanied by lively folk festivals that spill over into extravagantly decorated village streets, while at city fairs, every variety of souvenirs can be purchased. In rural areas, traditional sports competitions attract enthusiastic audiences. Especially popular are equestrian tournaments, horseback wrestling, and the national game kupkari, in which two teams on horseback battle over a goat carcass.

Shark Taronalari is Uzbekistan’s famous and grand international world music festival. First held in 1997 in Samarkand, the festival has drawn many performers and participants through the years. This music festival is held to promote traditional types of national musical art, respect and develop centuries-old traditions, foster a love of music and art in the hearts of the younger generation, and maintain friendly relations between different peoples and nationalities.

During the celebration, the streets, parks, and the communities of Samarkand are decorated in the style of the festival. Musicians, singers, creative groups come from all over the world to present the cultural heritage of their country. 

Independence Day, held every September 1, is the most important national holiday in Uzbekistan. The whole country remembers the day when it gained its independence and sovereignty after a long era of Soviet occupation.

Feasts and shows occur in many cities and towns. Still, the main event is held in Alisher Navoiy National Park in Tashkent. The President addresses the nation, performances from the country’s singers and actors, and a giant fireworks display in the National Park.

Ramadan Hayit (Ruza Hayit, Eid al-Fitr)  is an Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan, the annual month of fasting, and celebrates spiritual and moral purification. The day itself is a symbol of cleansing and faith. It begins with men gathered at the local mosque for prayer, although these may also be recited at home, followed by visits to the graves of loved ones. Every Uzbek family prepares the national rice dish plov and a myriad of bread and sweets. 

Ramadan Eid in Uzbekistan typically lasts for three days, during which time people receive many guests, visit relatives and share homemade goodies with neighbors and friends. The holiday is especially enjoyed by children, who receive special toys and treats from parents and relatives.

Kurban Hayit (Eid al-Adha) is one of the most significant holidays in the Islamic world. It marks the end of the Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca). Kurban Hayit in Uzbekistan has been declared a public holiday and has been widely celebrated in the country since 1991.

Preparations for both Ramadan Hayit and Kurban Hayit (Eid al-Adha) begin the day before Hayit, and this day is called “Arafa.” On the day of Arafa traditional pastry: “kush-tili,” “bugirsok” – fancy pastry balls, “Orama,” “chak-chak” – straws and nuts in sugar and others are prepared by every Uzbekistan family. In the evening, every family cooks festive plov, which neighbors usually pass to each other. Plov is served in Kosa (big ceramic bowl) and decorated with pastry on top.

The Minor mosque is one of the new sceneries of Tashkent. It was opened on 1 October 2014, on the eve of the Eid holiday, and has become one of the favorite places of city residents for evening walks.

The Minor mosque is located on the embankment of the Ankhor channel and is surrounded by a landscaped area. It consists of a grand avenue planted with greenery, and inside there is a large hall decorated with quotations from the Holy book of the Koran and a mark pointing to Mecca made of gold. The Minor mosque has a capacity of more than 2400 people. 

In 1996 the Museum of Timurids was opened in honor of the 660th anniversary of the outstanding commander Amir Timur. A dome frames the three-story rounded building of the Museum in classic Oriental style. The interior is decorated with marble, unique paintings, and gold leaf.

The highlight of the Museum is a crystal chandelier with a height of 8.5 meters, which consists of 106 thousand pendants. The Museum has more than 3 thousand exhibits. Here you can see jewelry, clothing, musical instruments, tools, and other items of the middle ages. A copy of the Osman Koran, the Holy book of Muslims, is kept in the Central Hall.

Registan architecture is a fascinating example of Islamic architecture. It’s one of the most precious Islamic monuments globally, the most important in Central Asia, and one of the UNESCO Samarkand World Heritage List. “Registan” means “a sand place.”

In ancient times Registan was a central square covered in sand. It Was medieval Samarkand’s commercial center, and the plaza was probably a wall-to-wall bazaar.The square has three madrassas on each side facing each other: Ulugbek madrasah, Sherdor madrasah and Tilla-Kori madrasah. All madrassas are of different ages. 

Established in the 15th century, the Ark of Bukhara is an ancient royal town in Bukhara. A gigantic fortress with two-story towers by sides from the arch aperture and latticed architecture gallery on top. Behind it, there is a musical pavilion, constructed in the 17 century, a two-colored audience chamber surrounded by a gallery.

Ark included: emir lodging, throe-room, police department, stables, clothes stores, carpets, utensils, treasures, armory, jail, jeweler’s and other workshops, mint place, mosques, Mazars and other buildings. Presently, the Ark is a tourist attraction and houses museums covering its history.

Amir Temur Square, and a bronze equestrian monument, is one of the most famous places in Tashkent; it was opened On August 31, 1994, on the eve of the third anniversary of the independence of Uzbekistan. The square in the center of Tashkent is named after Amir Timur, the commander and founder of a vast medieval empire. The square represented a small park in the city's center, surrounded by several administrative buildings, women's and men's gymnasium, school, and state bank buildings.

In the center of the square is a bronze figure of Amir Timur with imperial regalia on a reared horse, an outstanding commander and statesman of the XIV century Amir Timur, who established a centralized state in Movarrounnahr. The monument plinth is engraved with Amir Timur's famous motto in four languages "Power is in Justice." 

Ak-Saray Palace is a beautiful palace ruin in the historical city of Shakhrisabz included in the UNESCO World Heritage List; there is a splendid monument of the Medieval era - which was once part of the majestic residence of Amir Timur. The Palace's construction was started in 1380 and lasted more than 25 years. The Palace had several courtyards with living quarters, decorated with gold azure and colored tiles, and the floor was paved with white tiles. Several legends are connected with the history of this majestic structure. 

Nowadays, only the pillars of the entrance portal, which are impressive in size, remain from the majestic structure. The preserved part of the Palace was restored, and the Palace square was landscaped as a Park for cultural leisure and recreation of the population. Various art festivals are held here everywhere, demonstrating the cultural heritage of the Uzbek nation.

Independence Square is the stunning and momentous central square of the capital of Uzbekistan of Tashkent, on which festive events and military parades in days of solemn events and public holidays are held. It is a favorite spot of leisurely walking among the refreshing fountains and green alleys and a favorite resting place for the Tashkent residents.

Independence Square is more than 12 hectares with granite steps, framed by cascades of beautiful fountains, which jets reach 7 meters in height. Sixteen columns made of white marble are connected by an elegant metal board shot with silver in the sun. The colonnade is crowned by figures of storks, symbolizing peace in the country.