
The Tashkent Earthquake was a natural disaster that occurred on April 26, 1966, at approximately 05:23 in the early morning, in Tashkent, the capital of the Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic, then part of the Soviet Union. It caused extensive destruction in the city and is considered one of the most significant earthquakes in its modern history. Estimated at a magnitude of 7.5 to 8, the earthquake left a lasting imprint on Tashkent’s collective memory, both physically and psychologically.Tashkent
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The 1944 Deportation of the Meskhetian Turks was a mass expulsion carried out by the Soviet Union on November 14–15, 1944, during which approximately 90,000 to 117,000 Meskhetian Turks living in the Ahıska region of Georgia were forcibly relocated to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan under the pretext of “security.”Anadolu Ajansı. "Ahıska Türklerinin sürgün edilişinin 77. yılı." Son Erişim: 13.11.2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/dunya/ahiska-turklerinin-surgun-edilisinin-77-yili/2420338">【
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State Visit of Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Türkiye was an official state visit to Ankara on 29 January 2026 at the invitation of Türkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.The visit took place within the framework of the fourth meeting of the Türkiye-Uzbekistan High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC), which addresses bilateral relations at the level of strategic partnership. It was noted that the visit occurred on the eve of the 30th anniversary of the “Eternal Friendship and
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Constitution Day of Uzbekistan is an official national holiday celebrated annually on 8 December in the Republic of Uzbekistan. This date commemorates 8 December 1992, when the country’s first constitution came into effect after gaining independence from the Soviet Union.Adoption and Significance of the 1992 ConstitutionThe Constitution of Uzbekistan adopted on 8 December 1992 serves as the founding document of the independent state. It elevated fundamental principles such as sovereignty, suprem
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FeFergana The uprising was an event involving ethnic clashes that occurred in 1989 in the Fergana Valley of the Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic, then part of the Soviet Union. Uprising It intensified tensions particularly between the Meskhetian Turks and Uzbeks and was suppressed by the intervention of the Soviet military. This event is regarded as one of the most striking examples of ethnic tensions that emerged during the dissolution of the Soviet Union.The Fergana Valley is one of the most dens
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Uzbekistan is a historically and culturally rich country located in Central Asia. Its capital is Tashkent, and other major cities include Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. As a key stop along the Silk Road, Uzbekistan has historically hosted great scholars and artists.From Nomadism to CivilizationThe Uzbeks, one of the ancient peoples of Central Asia, have lived both nomadic and settled lives throughout history. Cities such as Samarkand and Bukhara are among the oldest continuously inhabited settle
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Mustafa Cem İnci

Uzbekistan Flag Day is observed annually on 18 November to commemorate the adoption of the national flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan. This date corresponds to one of the most significant steps taken by the country on its path to independence following the dissolution of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR). The state flag of Uzbekistan, one of the symbols of its independence, was officially adopted on 18 November 1991.HistoryWith the dissolution of the USSR in 1991, a series of indep
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Samarkand paper is a type of paper produced in the city of Samarkand, one of the historical trade and cultural centers of Central Asia, renowned for its high quality and ability to last for more than 300 years. Throughout the Middle Ages, it made significant contributions to the development of science, art, and commerce, particularly in the Islamic world, and was therefore regarded as a highly valuable material. Today, it serves as an important reference point for understanding the evolution of
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Uzbek bread, commonly known in Uzbek Turkish as non, is a traditional flatbread baked in a tandır. It is widely consumed across Central Asia, especially in Uzbekistan. Typically prepared in round or oval shapes, the center is relatively thicker and patterned while the edges are thinner. The dough is made from flour, water, salt, and yeast; in some varieties, milk or fat may be added. The shaped dough is pressed against the inner walls of a preheated tandır and baked quickly.The 2003 Convention f
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Abdülhamit Süleyman Çolpan, one of the founding figures of modern Uzbek literature, was a poet and writer who played a central role in the independence struggle of Turkistan through his ideas and works.【1】Birth, Family, and Early EducationAbdülhamid Süleymanoğlu was born in 1897 in the city of Andijan, Uzbekistan. His father was Süleymankul Molla Muhammed Yunusoğlu, a renowned scholar and educator of his time, known for his own divans and poetry. He completed his early education in traditional m
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