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The delegation of the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan, during its official visit to the cities of Mashhad, Tehran, and Tus in Iran, closely acquainted itself with the historical and cultural heritage of this land.

The preparation process for placing exhibits and unique artifacts into the museum exposition of the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan has entered an active phase. According to the latest analytical meeting held at the Center, nearly 90 percent of the main work on the Pre-Islamic Civilizations section has already been completed.

Born in 1884 in Khiva to a craftsman’s family, Avaz O‘tar holds a special place in the history of Uzbek literature as a prominent representative of the enlightenment movement. Interested in creativity from an early age, he began writing poetry at the age of 14 and, by 18, had gained recognition among the people as a poet. His ghazals and lyrical poems became folk songs and spread widely.

In the life of the Uzbek people, the word “mahalla” holds a broader and deeper meaning than just an ordinary territorial unit. The term comes from Arabic, meaning “place” or “location”. Throughout history, in different regions, it has also been referred to as “mahallot”, “guzar”, “community”, or “tribe”. Today, it is not only an administrative unit but also the clearest expression of mutual respect, solidarity, and collective responsibility.