TALLINN, November 11. /Dunyo IA/.  Estonian public broadcaster “ERR” is broadcasting a documentary film about the historical, cultural, tourism and gastronomic potential of Uzbekistan on a weekly basis, produced following a press tour to Uzbekistan, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Press tour was organised by the Embassy of Uzbekistan, with the assistance of the Tourism Committee, from May 11^th to 16^th for the Estonian production company “Osakond OU” and the creative team of the national public broadcaster ERR (Eesti Rahvusringhääling).

Film is being shown as part of the programme “Gastrotravel – Going Visiting” and introduces viewers to the history, culture, national traditions and tourism opportunities of Uzbekistan.

Particular attention in the film is given to the landmarks of Tashkent, the city’s modern architecture and the country’s historical and spiritual heritage, including the activities and significance of the Centre of Islamic Civilisation. Viewers are also introduced to Uzbek hospitality, national customs, traditional cuisine and the preparation of pilaf.

ERR is Estonia’s leading public broadcaster, with a wide audience. In addition to television broadcasts, the film has been made available on its digital platform, “Jupiter”, allowing it to be viewed not only by residents of Estonia but also by audiences in other Baltic and Northern European countries.

Further television screenings and distribution through digital platforms are planned. The project is expected to help promote the tourism brand of Uzbekistan in Northern Europe and increase the number of foreign tourists from the region.