The International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) has named Uzbekistan’s Center for Islamic Civilization the “Best Museum of the Turkic World,” the Center’s press service reported.
The certificate was presented to the Center’s leadership by TURKSOY Secretary-General Sultan Raev. “Today, on behalf of TURKSOY, three certificates were awarded. The first went to the 100-volume collection Pearls of Turkic Literature, launched at the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This unprecedented project has been recognized as a unique literary phenomenon and received the certificate for ‘Best Literary Project.’ The second award, ‘Best Museum of the Turkic World,’ was given to Uzbekistan’s Center for Islamic Civilization, which has also joined TURKSOY’s Association of Turkic World Museums,” Raev said.
The ceremony took place during an international forum in Tashkent. TURKSOY representatives stressed that the decision reflected the high standards achieved by the Center in a short time.
The event gathered scholars from Turkey, France, Italy, Germany, the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, China, India, Iran, and Kazakhstan, who discussed the Timurid era, political systems, urban traditions, and the development of science and culture.
Firdavs Abdukhalikov, Director of the Center, said TURKSOY’s recognition was “a strong validation of the Center’s work.” He added that the organization has long been a “reliable and permanent partner,” noting new agreements for joint initiatives this year, including an international youth forum and a craft festival for Turkic countries.
Participants also highlighted the Timurid legacy as an important bridge between Europe and Asia and reaffirmed the importance of international academic collaboration.
ℹ️ Located next to the Hazrati Imam complex in Tashkent, the Center for Islamic Civilization combines medieval architectural elements with modern design. Its building features four 34-meter-high entrances and a 65-meter central dome. The complex includes a Quran hall, a 460-seat conference venue, and a museum whose exhibitions trace Uzbekistan’s history from pre-Islamic times to the present day.
