Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan should become not only a custodian of history, but also an intellectual space that connects the past, present and future, determining the key directions of our development.

Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Mission of the Center

More than a museum

Islamic Civilization Center is a bridge between the Golden Age and New Uzbekistan. It connects the rich spiritual and scientific heritage with the country’s modern aspirations. Here, the past inspires the future, creating a space of knowledge and progress.

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Opening hours
9:00 — 22:00
Everyday
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from 35,000 UZS
Children aged 5–11 — 30,000 UZS
Address
Karasaray 47
Tashkent, Almazar district
Tours
Audio guide included
One guide per group of up to 10

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What Awaits You

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Hall of Honor

The hall features 14 arches depicting key events in the history of the peoples of Central Asia. Here, modern technologies transform history into a living dialogue. Through interactive touch panels, visitors can access a digital platform created on the President’s initiative, which includes avatars of more than one hundred great thinkers and scholars. They “come to life” on the screens, speaking about their ideas and discoveries.

Qur’an Hall

The Qur’an Hall is the conceptual and architectural center of the entire museum, built around the oldest surviving copy of the Qur’an in the world. This sacred text is a 7th-century manuscript written on deerskin and included in UNESCO’s “Memory of the World” Register. Located at the heart of the complex, the hall serves as a spiritual center. Here, one of the world’s oldest sacred manuscripts the Uthman Qur’an (may Allah be pleased with him) is preserved with great reverence. In addition to the main manuscript, the hall displays Qur’an manuscripts created on the basis of the 114 surahs.

Pre-Islamic Period Civilizations Section — Sogdiana Hall

This hall features artifacts related to Sogdian culture, works of art, textile products, and items of traditional applied folk art. Many objects connected to the historical land of Sogdiana previously housed in world-famous museums and private collections, including garments, statues and figurines, ceramic and metal vessels, weapons, coins, and seals can now be seen in the Center’s exhibition.

“Tolerance” Square

The “Tolerance” Square in the First Renaissance period section embodies the traditions of religious, cultural, and intellectual tolerance that developed over centuries within the territory of Uzbekistan. The exhibition of this square brings together architectural monuments, sacred symbols, and rare heritage sites that hold an important place in the history of Central Asia and Islamic civilization. The square features scale models of the Rabati Malik complex, the Mag‘oki Attori Mosque, the Chashmai Ayub Mausoleum, the Samanid Mausoleum, and the Qusamiya Madrasa.

Sultan Husayn Mirza and Alisher Navoi Sector

The hall presents the spirit of scientific and spiritual flourishing of the Timurid era in harmony with modern museum technologies. Delicate tilework in the architectural decoration, Qur’anic verses, and classical ornamental patterns express the artistic and aesthetic thought of the Eastern Renaissance. Through portrayals of Alisher Navoi, his literary and philosophical heritage, manuscripts, and works of art, the exhibitions vividly reveal the scientific, cultural, and spiritual character of the Second Renaissance.

New Uzbekistan Stele

Since 2017, a new era has begun in Uzbekistan’s development. At the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the idea of the New Uzbekistan and the Third Renaissance has been consistently implemented. Located at the center of the exhibition, this stele is designed as a modern glass installation that embodies the spirit of renewal and progress of the country. Video content displayed on LED screens artistically reflects historical heritage, contemporary reforms, and aspirations for the future.

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Visits · October 2, 2026

“It is extremely important to pass on the history of Uzbekistan to the younger generation” — publisher of “Orientations” magazine

Yifawn Lee, publisher and editor of Hong Kong’s prestigious Orientations magazine, which has been introducing Asian art, cultural heritage, and historical values to an international audience for more than half a century, visited the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan.

Projects · September 25

It is proposed to introduce a state scholarship named after Amir Temur

Articles · October 2

Scientific heritage for the future

About us · September 28

Third Renaissance: The Islamic Civilization Center as a strategy for the spiritual and intellectual advancement of New Uzbekistan

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Scientific and educational activities

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Forum

International Media Forum in Tashkent and Samarkand

“Islamic Civilization: A New Perspective — New Discoveries” brings together journalists from leading publications and broadcasters to explore and share Uzbekistan’s cultural heritage.

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I International Forum of Islamic Civilization

“The Path of Peace, Tolerance and Enlightenment” brings together participants to explore Islamic civilization’s heritage, intercultural dialogue and international scientific cooperation.

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We are now standing in front of the Islamic Civilization Center. Please pay attention to its name — it is not about religion itself, but about Islamic civilization. This is a major scientific and educational center that presents the history of Central Asia in both the pre-Islamic and Islamic periods in a compelling way.

Frank-Walter Steinmeier

President of the Federal Republic of Germany

It was a great pleasure for me to visit the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan. This magnificent center, established through the far-sighted initiative and vision of your President, is an invaluable treasure not only for Uzbekistan but for the entire world.

Bajram Begaj

President of the Republic of Albania

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Navigating the grounds

On the map you can find directions before your visit, all entrances and parking lots, as well as points of interest

1Museum and exposition
2Research library
3Conference halls
4Café and lounge area
5Tolerance Square
6Parking and group entrance

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Karasaray district

Hazrati Imam complex

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Museum of the history of the Center's construction

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Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan should become not only a custodian of history, but also an intellectual space that connects the past, present and future, determining the key directions of our development.

More than a museum

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