Dates
1992 year 2nd July
Uzbekistan's state emblem was officially adopted
Samarkand
It's one of the Uzbekistan's most famous and historic cities. Known as a major hub on the Silk Road, it connected China, Persia and Europe.
Manti
Large steamed dumplings filled with minced meat (usually lamb or beef), onions, and sometimes pumpkin or potato.
Navruz
One of the most important holidays in Uzbekistan.
Celebrated with special foods (like sumalak), public performances, and family gatherings.
Symbolizes renewal, peace, and prosperity.
1992 year December 10
Uzbekistan's national anthem was officially adopted
Bukhara
More than 2,000 years old, it was a major center of trade, scholarship, culture and religion on the Silk Road. Its most famous landmark is the Kalon Minaret(built in 1127), which even Genghis Khan spared from destruction
Samsa
Savory pastry filled with spiced minced meat (typically lamb or beef) and onions.
Baked in: A tandyr oven, giving it a crispy, golden crust.
Day of Remembrance and Honor
Formerly Victory Day , commemorates those who died in WWII.
Families visit cemeteries, and veterans are honored.
1994 year July 1
So'm, the currency of Uzbekistan, was introduced
Khorezm
Located along the lower Amu Darya River, it was once an oasis civilization in Central Asia.
The region is famous for Islamic architecture, including the Ichan kala inner city of Khiva
Naryn
Cold noodles mixed with finely shredded boiled horse meat or beef, traditionally eaten in winter.
Ramadan Hayit
Celebrated at the end of Ramadan (month of fasting).
A major Muslim holiday with prayers, feasts, charity, and visiting relatives.
Typically a public holiday for 1–3 days.
1992 year March 2
Uzbekistan became a member of UNO
Namangan
It's the adminstrative center of the Fergana Valley, one of the most fertile and densely populated regions in Central Asia
Halva (Halva/Parvarda)
A sweet made from flour, sugar, and butter (or oil). There are both crumbly and chewy varieties.
Popular types: Sesame or nut-based halva.
Qurbon Hayit (Eid al-Adha)
Also called Eid of Sacrifice.
Commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son.
Involves the ritual sacrifice of livestock, distributing meat to the poor, and communal prayers.