5 Day tour in Boysun Subject matter: Archaeology, ethnography and nature Present-day Boysun district located in south-western part of Surkhandarya province was one of the strategically important regions, first of Bactrian state, then of Hellinistic and Tokharistan-Chaghanian, later the Temurid Empires and Bukhara Emirate. Most of Boysun district is occupied by highland and piedmont pastures. At the foot of Boysuntau…
Kato Kyudzo (1922-2016) Professor of Soka University orientalist, archaeologist and ethnographer Kato Kyudzo who lived about 95 years strongly tied his fate with Uzbekistan. Over 27 years of his life the scientist dedicated in studying the archaeological sites of Buddhist culture of the Kushan period in Surkhandarya region. For the first time the scientist visited Uzbekistan as a simple tourist…
New opportunities in New Uzbekistan Bactrian International Expeditions (2020-2025) has started in Termez archaeological museum in January 9th of current year. This exhibition highlights the productive activities of Uzbek-Czech, Uzbek-Chinese, Uzbek-French, Uzbek-Russian and Uzbek-Italian Joint International Archaeological expeditions fulfilling scientific research works on the territory of Surkhan Oasis for many years. In this regard, Termez archaeological museum has a significant…
Top five places to see in Termez Dear visitors of Termez! If you are for short time in Termez and don’t have any idea which places to see around I would highly recommend you following sites to visit Termez archaeological museum which preserves over 120 000 items of archaeology discovered on the territory of Surkhan Oasis Fayaztepa I-III cc. A.D.…
3‑Day Exclusive Tour in Surkhandarya Discover Ancient Bactria and Termez Subject matter: Trade and barter of Salt in Ancient Bactria. Zoroastrianism, Buddhism and Islamic Sufism 🏛 Day 1 – Bronze Age & Buddhist Heritage Visit Kattabulokh, a 3rd‑millennium BC settlement known for producing and exporting white salt. Explore Khodjaikon, Central Asia’s oldest natural salt mine, where Bronze Age settlements fostered…
Folklore and Music of Southern Uzbekistan – Living Traditions of Surkhandarya The Surkhandarya region of Uzbekistan is famous for its rich folklore and musical heritage. Recognized by UNESCO as part of the world’s intangible cultural heritage, Surkhan’s traditions reflect centuries of history, creativity, and community spirit. Folklore Traditions Boysun district is the heart of Surkhan folklore, preserving ancient rituals, storytelling,…