{"id":126727,"date":"2025-05-25T17:49:26","date_gmt":"2025-05-25T14:49:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/?p=126727"},"modified":"2025-05-25T17:49:30","modified_gmt":"2025-05-25T14:49:30","slug":"samarkand-selected-as-islamic-worlds-cultural-capital-for-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/news\/islamic-events\/126727-samarkand-selected-as-islamic-worlds-cultural-capital-for-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Samarkand selected as Islamic World\u2019s Cultural Capital for 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) has officially named Samarkand, Uzbekistan, as the Cultural Capital of the Islamic World for 2025, Khaama Press reported. The announcement was made on May 24, 2025, highlighting Samarkand\u2019s rich historical and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Samarkand, one of the oldest cities globally with a history of over 2,800 years, was a central hub on the Silk Road, connecting China and Europe. It was the heart of the ancient Sogdian civilization and remains renowned for its Islamic architecture, including landmarks such as Registan Square, Shah-i-Zinda, and Bibi-Khanym Mosque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"871\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-25-174817.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-126729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-25-174817.png 871w, https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-25-174817-300x156.png 300w, https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-25-174817-768x399.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 871px) 100vw, 871px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>ICESCO plans to launch a series of celebratory events starting next week and continuing throughout 2025. These activities will include international festivals, academic conferences, art exhibitions, and cultural forums designed to promote dialogue, creativity, and unity across the Islamic world. Dr. Salem bin Mohammed Al-Malik, ICESCO\u2019s Director General, emphasized the city\u2019s cultural prestige and the organization\u2019s commitment to hosting programs in collaboration with Uzbek institutions that honor Samarkand\u2019s historical significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The designation also underscores Uzbekistan\u2019s growing role in preserving Islamic heritage, with ongoing support from UNESCO and ICESCO for restoration and education projects. By spotlighting Samarkand, ICESCO aims to foster appreciation for shared history and inspire future generations to celebrate their cultural legacies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) has officially named Samarkand, Uzbekistan, as the Cultural Capital of the Islamic World for 2025, Khaama Press reported. The announcement was made on May 24, 2025, highlighting Samarkand\u2019s rich historical and cultural heritage. 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