“Uzbekistan’s great history and bright future can be seen in one place” — Romanian Ambassador
During the visit, the guests explored the Center’s exhibitions and learned about the civilizational processes that took place in the territory of Uzbekistan, the development of Islamic science and culture, the periods of the First and Second Renaissance, as well as concepts associated with New Uzbekistan and the idea of the Third Renaissance.
However, the most significant aspect of the visit was not simply viewing the Center’s exhibitions, but the impression they made from the perspective of a foreign diplomat.
Romanian Ambassador Daniel Ciobanu described the Center as one of the best, most fascinating, and most beautiful museums in the world, calling it a unique place that presents a comprehensive picture of Uzbekistan’s history.
“It is a great pleasure for me to be at this museum. I am deeply impressed by the exhibits on display here. In my view, this is undoubtedly one of the best, most fascinating, and most beautiful museums in the world,” he said.
One of the most impressive aspects for the Ambassador was the continuity of history. He noted that the Center presents the stages of Uzbekistan’s development — from the pre-Islamic period through Islamic civilization, the Timurid era, the Second Renaissance, and today’s Third Renaissance — as a single, coherent historical narrative.
“As you explore this museum, you can clearly see that Uzbekistan has a great history and a rich past. Today’s Uzbekistan is also very beautiful and highly developed. Being here has convinced me that the country has a very bright future as well,” said Daniel Ciobanu.
He was particularly impressed by the approach of combining historical exhibitions with modern technologies. Alongside manuscripts, rare artifacts, and examples of historical heritage, the Center uses artificial intelligence, virtual reality, holographic solutions, and interactive technologies, transforming history from something merely observed into an immersive experience.
Daniel Ciobanu emphasized that every tourist visiting Uzbekistan should come to the Center.
“I would definitely recommend that every tourist coming to Uzbekistan visit this museum. I would also encourage Romanian tourists to come here and experience it for themselves,” he said.
The Ambassador also noted that the Center could serve as an important platform for developing the exchange of knowledge and expertise between Romanian and Uzbek specialists. According to him, the presence of Muslim traditions in certain regions of Romania creates interesting opportunities for cultural and scholarly dialogue between the two countries.
At the conclusion of the visit, Daniel Ciobanu summed up his impressions in a single sentence:
“I believe this Center truly deserves the name ‘Islamic Civilization Center.’”
This assessment is yet another recognition that the Center is emerging not only as a museum showcasing the history of Uzbekistan and the heritage of Islamic civilization, but also as an international platform for dialogue connecting different peoples, cultures, and scholarly traditions.