ANKARA, June 12. /Dunyo IA/. An article by journalist Yilmaz Bilgen dedicated to his trip to Uzbekistan and his impressions of visiting Tashkent, Samarkand and other historical cities of the country has been published in one of the leading Turkish newspapers, “Sabah”, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

In the publication, the author highlights the rich historical and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan, paying particular attention to Samarkand, which he describes as one of the oldest and most impressive cities in the region. Among the main attractions, the article features the Amir Temur Mausoleum and the Registan architectural ensemble, which the journalist characterizes as a “wonder of the world” and a true symbol of the country's centuries-old history.

The author draws attention to the high interest of foreign tourists in the cultural heritage of Uzbekistan, emphasizing that the country's historical monuments annually attract numerous visitors from Asia, Europe and other regions of the world.

A significant part of the article is dedicated to the friendly attitude of the people of Uzbekistan toward Türkiye and the Turkish people. According to the journalist, during his trip, he repeatedly encountered expressions of sincere hospitality, as well as a high level of interest among Uzbek citizens in the Turkish language and culture.

The publication notes the growing popularity of the Turkish language among Uzbek youth, the development of educational programs, and the presence of joint academic projects between the two countries. In particular, the author mentions the International University of Turkic States in Tashkent, established within the framework of Uzbek-Turkish cooperation in higher education.

Special attention is paid to the expanding presence of Turkish business in Uzbekistan. The article provides examples of Turkish entrepreneurs' activities in the fields of tourism, hospitality and catering, while also emphasizing the dynamic development of infrastructure in Tashkent and other cities of the republic.

According to the author, Uzbekistan and Turkey are connected not only by common historical and cultural roots but also by an actively developing strategic partnership, which is being strengthened through expanding people-to-people contacts, educational cooperation and growing mutual investments.