Tashkent is creating its first public green park
2025-03-19 15:00:00 / News
The event, aimed at greening the capital and promoting environmental awareness, brought together representatives of government institutions, public organizations, eco-activists, university students, and schoolchildren. A total of 300 tree saplings were planted during the initiative.
Minister of Ecology Aziz Abdukhakimov emphasized that the public park is being designed to provide a comfortable recreational space for residents.
"First, there will be no amusement rides or food outlets in the park, as it is intended to be a quiet zone. Second, for the first time, 100 species of roses will be planted here, creating a unique rose garden. Third, a natural lake will be established within the park. Fourth, bird nests will be installed throughout the area. Fifth, all walkways will be paved with stone, and benches will be made from dried wood, meaning only natural materials will be used. Sixth, the park will feature plants that bloom in different seasons, ensuring year-round beauty. Seventh, entry to the park will be completely free, allowing anyone to visit and relax. Eighth, trash bins will only be placed at the entrance and exit, and littering will be strictly prohibited within the park to maintain environmental cleanliness. Ninth, the park’s design is based on European, including Japanese, landscaping concepts. Tenth, only locally grown trees, adapted to the regional climate, will be used for greenery," stated the minister.
For Reference: The first public green park project is being implemented within the "Yashil Bog’lar" project, aimed at creating a favorable environmental space, cultural recreation areas for residents and visitors of Tashkent, and increasing the city’s greenery levels. The park covers 7.5 hectares and is being developed from 2024 to 2025.
Within the first public green park project, more than 1,200 tree saplings and 23,000 shrubs will be planted. The tree species include 208 ash trees, 160 maples, 190 oaks, 137 large-leaved lindens, 46 tulip trees, 177 Crimean pines, 52 Arizona cypresses, 23 acacias, 38 willows, 6 Canadian redbuds, 6 magnolias, 50 Japanese pagoda trees, 6 Zarafshan junipers, 100 common junipers, 50 white birches, and 20 plane trees.
The 23,000 shrub saplings will include 9 plum trees, 189 Syrian roses, 2,370 lavender bushes, 2,120 photinia shrubs, 260 eastern camellias, 26 Indian lilacs, 400 forsythias, 600 Berberis aquifolium, 200 standard roses, and 17,460 roses of various varieties.
To support the growth of tree and shrub saplings, an artificial pond and an underground well powered by solar energy will be constructed.
The grand opening ceremony of the park is scheduled for spring of this year.