Samarkand welcomes Tourism Leaders to 25th UNWTO General Assembly

 

Samarkand, the southeastern part of Uzbekistan and melting pots of culture is set for the 25th UNWTO General Assembly. The ''Crossroads of Cultures'' will be hosting its first major UN Tourism event and this week be the beehive of activities as the tourism sector charts a new path to an accelerated recovery. Aside from the plenary sessions and many other engagements, the General Assembly will host two thematic forums -on education and on investments - in line with the Organization's core priorities. The 25th UNWTO General Assembly is the key event for the future of tourism. Global leaders will gather to shape the way forward for a tourism sector that works for people and planet.

WELCOME TO SAMARKAND!

Splendid portals, vast coloured domes, and remarkable exterior decorations in majolica, mosaic, marble, and gold of the architectural heritage was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001. Samarkand, in ancient times referred as Afrasiab, is one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. The major monuments include the Registan Mosque and madrasas, Bibi-Khanum Mosque, the Shakhi-Zinda compound and the Gur-Emir ensemble, as well as Ulughbek's Observatory. Being key connecting city on Silk Road between China, Persia and Europe, Samarkand is considered as a cradle for trade, culture and science.