A new exhibition promoting the culture of reading will be organized in Uzbekistan

In order to widely highlight the spiritual power of books and their role in the development of society, a unique exhibition is expected to be organized at the Center of Islamic Civilization, which is being built under the leadership of the President. The project is aimed at promoting a culture of reading not only in Uzbekistan but also on an international scale. This was announced at the Center’s latest extended meeting.

According to the Center’s Director and Chairman of the Academic Council, Firdavs Abdukhalikov, the main goal of the exhibition is to convey the value of books, inspire interest in reading, and widely promote Uzbekistan’s rich cultural heritage:

“As is well known, during his foreign visits, the head of our state has made it a tradition to present books about our country’s literature and culture to other heads of state. This practice plays an important role in showcasing Uzbekistan’s reading traditions on the international stage,” said the Director.

What will the exhibition include?

▪️ Special showcase – A specially designed display case will feature books published about the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Visitors will have the opportunity to view these works and learn more about them.

▪️ Small podium – A space for various cultural and educational events, book presentations, and meetings.

▪️ Functional screen – Will display videos and graphic materials related to the President’s works and activities, as well as visual content from the Center.

Inspiring words

At the top section of the exhibition, wise sayings about books and reading from a famous Uzbek scholar and two world-renowned thinkers will be displayed. These will be selected by the Institute of Oriental Studies and presented in Uzbek.

Decorative elements

The exhibition will not be limited to books artistic and decorative items will also be displayed to create a richer, more inspiring, and memorable environment for visitors.

Once implemented, the project will give the Center’s visitors the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the culture of reading, the place of books in state policy, and the richness of Uzbekistan’s national literature.