Alexey Likhachev at the Center for Islamic Civilization. Photo: Press Service of the Center for Islamic Civilization.
A delegation of Russia’s largest state-owned nuclear energy corporation, Rosatom, led by Director General Alexey Likhachev, visited the Center for Islamic Civilization of Uzbekistan, according to the Center’s press service.
The guests toured the museum halls dedicated to the pre-Islamic period as well as to the eras of the First and Second Renaissance, and highly praised the museum’s technical level—particularly its 3D reconstructions and multimedia installations.
Likhachev described the Center for Islamic Civilization as “a fundamental complex that presents Uzbekistan’s historical heritage, culture, and science at a high professional level.”
“Interactivity, the opportunity for independent exploration, and intellectual engagement make the Center especially appealing to young people. Elements such as creating a virtual portrait in national costume resonate strongly with younger visitors. Today, Uzbekistan is demonstrating a policy of innovation and openness, shaping a generation oriented toward knowledge, modern thinking, and a sincere love for its country,” the Rosatom head emphasized.
The Center for Islamic Civilization is being built in Tashkent next to the Hast-Imam complex. Designed in the style of medieval architectural monuments, the building features four portals, each 34 meters high, and a central dome rising 65 meters. The complex includes a Hall of the Quran, a 460-seat conference hall, and a museum whose exhibitions cover the entire history of Uzbekistan—from the pre-Islamic period to the present day. The Center is intended to serve as a platform for studying ancestral heritage and reinterpreting it in contemporary terms, in cooperation with the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan and scholarly and educational centers around the world. The opening of the Center is scheduled for spring 2026.
