Uzbekistan is inviting Pakistani tourists to explore its religious and historical sites through a new
tourism programme called “Heritage of Pilgrimage.” The programme has been introduced in the
Namangan Region to attract more visitors from Muslim countries, including Pakistan.
The initiative was launched by the Namangan Regional Administration. It aims to introduce
international tourists to the region’s religious history, cultural traditions and important pilgrimage
destinations.

Through this programme, visitors will have the opportunity to explore sacred places and
historical monuments. They will also learn about the centuries-old history, local traditions and
spiritual values of the Fergana Valley.

According to a news release issued on Tuesday, the tourism routes include several important
religious and historical sites across Namangan. One of the main destinations is Aksikent
Archaeological Park in Turakurgan District.

The programme also includes Bibiona Mazar in Chust District. Other important destinations are
Sultan Uvays Qaraniy and Bibi Naima Ona pilgrimage sites in Chortoq District.
Tourists can also visit the “Mothers’ Tears” Complex in Pop District and the “Eleven Ahmad”
pilgrimage site in Davlatabad District. The Mulla Kyrgyz Okhund Complex in Namangan city is
another important stop included in the programme.

The routes cover more than 20 additional pilgrimage sites and cultural attractions across the
region. This will allow visitors to explore Namangan’s religious and historical heritage in greater
detail.

The main purpose of the initiative is to promote pilgrimage tourism internationally. It also aims to
connect different historical monuments and sacred places through organised travel routes.
Officials expect the programme to attract more international tourists in the coming years. It could
also support local businesses, improve tourism facilities and create new economic opportunities
for the region.

Pakistan is considered an important potential market for this initiative because most of its
population is Muslim. Pakistan and Uzbekistan share religious values, historical connections
and respect for important Islamic scholars.

Both countries also have spiritual traditions that have developed over many centuries. These
common links could encourage more Pakistani tourists to visit Uzbekistan.

The “Heritage of Pilgrimage” programme is expected to create new opportunities for tourism and
cultural cooperation between Pakistan and Uzbekistan. It will also help Pakistani visitors
discover the religious and historical heritage of the Namangan Region.

Source: News release issued by the Namangan Regional Administration

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