Islamic Civilization Center
2025-11-15 14:20:00 / News
As part of the seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, the Presidents of the regional countries and the President of Azerbaijan visited the Islamic Civilization Center alongside the President of Uzbekistan.
Established on the initiative of the Head of our state, the center is the first complex in our history to bring together unique sources as well as scientific research and educational directions dedicated to preserving and promoting the invaluable heritage of Islamic civilization.
The complex was constructed in harmony with national architectural traditions and modern design elements. There are 34-meter-high portals on all four sides of the building, and a 65-meter dome in the center, designed in a traditional national style.
President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan, President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan, President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan, and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, accompanied by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, visited the Qur’an Hall, where the Mushaf of Uthman — a priceless spiritual treasure of the Muslim world — is preserved. As one of the oldest handwritten Qur’ans, this rare manuscript holds immense historical and cultural value and symbolizes the deep spiritual bonds that have shaped the civilizational identity of the peoples in our region.
The leaders also viewed sections titled “Civilizations Before Islam,” “First Renaissance,” “Second Renaissance,” and “New Uzbekistan – New Renaissance.”
The exhibits highlight the rich scholarly and spiritual heritage of great scholars such as Imam Bukhari, Imam Tirmidhi, Abu Mansur Maturidi, Bahauddin Naqshband, and other prominent figures. The display also includes manuscript editions from the eras of the Samanids, Karakhanids, Khwarazmshahs, Timurids, and other dynasties, along with their translations into ancient Uzbek.
The leaders emphasized the importance of strengthening cultural ties among the countries of the region, promoting spiritual and educational initiatives, and fostering shared humanitarian values.
They highly praised Uzbekistan’s extensive efforts in preserving and promoting the region’s rich common heritage. The leaders expressed confidence that the complex will serve as a modern research center and open new horizons for scientific, educational, and cultural cooperation among the countries of the region.