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Held during the first days of the new academic year, the visit offered the students much more than an ordinary excursion. At the Islamic Civilization Center, established on the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the students gained a closer understanding of different periods in the history of Uzbekistan, the scholarly legacy of great thinkers, and the contribution of our ancestors to the development of world civilization.

The Center’s exhibitions present the pre-Islamic period, the First and Second Renaissance sections, the development of science, and the achievements of great historical figures through modern museum technologies. Through historical sources and rare exhibits, the students gained detailed insights into the accomplishments of their ancestors in mathematics, medicine, astronomy, philosophy, literature, and other fields.

According to student Behruzbek Alisherov, the integration of historical heritage with modern technologies at the Center made a particularly strong impression on the young visitors.

“The historical sources and ancient civilizations presented here once again show us, the younger generation, just how great our ancestors were. We are proud of this. In the future, we aim to follow in their footsteps and contribute to the development of our time through innovative ideas,” he said.

First-year tourism student Muxlisa Muzropova described the Center as “a journey through history.” According to her, seeing historical events and the legacy of great figures—previously encountered only in books—brought to life through the exhibitions further strengthens young people’s sense of pride in their homeland.

“I felt as though I were personally living in the era of Sahibqiran Amir Temur, Alisher Navoi, and our other great ancestors. This place will further deepen young people’s interest in Uzbek history and our national heritage,” said Muxlisa Muzropova.

During the visit, the students also learned about the activities of the Center’s library. It was noted that its scholarly literature, rare sources, and modern information resources provide valuable opportunities for their future studies and academic research.

The students also visited the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, where they received information about ongoing work in the country’s religious and educational sphere, efforts to provide the public with religious knowledge through enlightenment, and the activities of religious educational institutions.

Another destination on the visit was the Imam Maturidi International Scientific Research Center. There, the students learned about ongoing efforts to study and research the scholarly legacy of our great compatriot Abu Mansur Maturidi and to introduce it into contemporary academic discourse.

Aliakbar Jalilov, a lecturer at the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan, emphasized that the visit had strengthened the students’ interest in history and national heritage.

“The students gained extensive knowledge about our national statehood, history, and Uzbek scholars. The establishment of the Islamic Civilization Center is a clear example of the attention being given to young people,” he said.

At the same time, visits of this kind broaden young people’s opportunities to gain knowledge beyond the classroom. By engaging directly with museums, books, historical sources, and research centers, students develop a deeper understanding of the essence of their profession and chosen field of study.

Indeed, knowing history is not merely about remembering the past, but about understanding the future. This educational visit to the Islamic Civilization Center helped the Academy’s students begin the new academic year with new knowledge, new goals, and renewed inspiration.