Tashkent House of Photography, Tashkent
The Tashkent House of Photography (THP) stands as a vibrant cultural hub in the heart of Tashkent. Located on Istiqlol Street, this architectural masterpiece is not only a gallery but also a symbol of Uzbekistan's rich history and evolving art scene.
Built in 1934 by renowned Uzbek architects K. Babievsky and A. Petelin, with input from ethnographer and artist W. Rozvadovsky, the building is an architectural gem. Its design draws inspiration from medieval architecture, featuring a grand facade adorned with blue tiles and a stunning carved door created by master woodcarvers Usto Gafuri Khodji Ashur and Raufi Yakub. The spacious exhibition hall spans over 1,500 square meters, with office spaces situated above the elegant arch tympan. Despite damage from a devastating earthquake in the 1960s, the building was meticulously restored to preserve its legacy for future generations.
The Tashkent House of Photography showcases 130 years of Uzbek photographic artistry, starting with the nation’s first photo in 1879. Its exhibits capture the essence of Uzbek life, blending form and emotion. Hosting exhibitions, seminars, and the renowned biennial "TashkentAle," the gallery also shares its cultural treasures globally through collaborations in Paris, Germany, Japan, and South Korea.
In addition to exhibitions, the Tashkent House of Photography supports emerging talent through competitions, workshops, and its studio school of photographic art. Renowned photographers and professionals from countries such as Germany, France, and Romania frequently conduct masterclasses, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas and techniques.
The Tashkent House of Photography is a vibrant cultural hub, showcasing contemporary works by leading Uzbek and international photographers. A cornerstone of Tashkent's art scene, it celebrates photography while bridging the past, present, and future.
Built in 1934 by renowned Uzbek architects K. Babievsky and A. Petelin, with input from ethnographer and artist W. Rozvadovsky, the building is an architectural gem. Its design draws inspiration from medieval architecture, featuring a grand facade adorned with blue tiles and a stunning carved door created by master woodcarvers Usto Gafuri Khodji Ashur and Raufi Yakub. The spacious exhibition hall spans over 1,500 square meters, with office spaces situated above the elegant arch tympan. Despite damage from a devastating earthquake in the 1960s, the building was meticulously restored to preserve its legacy for future generations.
The Tashkent House of Photography showcases 130 years of Uzbek photographic artistry, starting with the nation’s first photo in 1879. Its exhibits capture the essence of Uzbek life, blending form and emotion. Hosting exhibitions, seminars, and the renowned biennial "TashkentAle," the gallery also shares its cultural treasures globally through collaborations in Paris, Germany, Japan, and South Korea.
In addition to exhibitions, the Tashkent House of Photography supports emerging talent through competitions, workshops, and its studio school of photographic art. Renowned photographers and professionals from countries such as Germany, France, and Romania frequently conduct masterclasses, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas and techniques.
The Tashkent House of Photography is a vibrant cultural hub, showcasing contemporary works by leading Uzbek and international photographers. A cornerstone of Tashkent's art scene, it celebrates photography while bridging the past, present, and future.
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Sight Name: Tashkent House of Photography
Sight Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan (See walking tours in Tashkent)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan (See walking tours in Tashkent)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Walking Tours in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Create Your Own Walk in Tashkent
Creating your own self-guided walk in Tashkent is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Islamic Architecture Walking Tour
A visit to Uzbekistan is like leafing through the charred chapters of the Silk Road. Nowhere is this ambiance more exemplified than within the Islamic architecture adorning the streets of Tashkent.
One such architectural jewel is the Kukeldash Madrasah, dating back to the late 16th century. There is talk of making it into a museum, but it is currently still being used as a religious school.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
One such architectural jewel is the Kukeldash Madrasah, dating back to the late 16th century. There is talk of making it into a museum, but it is currently still being used as a religious school.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Shopping in Tashkent
In the East they say, "A guest on your doorstep is happiness in your home!". Indeed, the Uzbeks, like no other people, are happy to welcome foreigners to their exotic world of aromas, tastes and cordial relationships manifested in authentic local food and products. In Tashkent you can find both of these, and in a great variety, on the street markets (bazaars), in smaller shops and big... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.0 Km or 3.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.0 Km or 3.7 Miles
Tashkent Introduction Walking Tour
The capital city of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, also historically known as Chach, is the country's cultural, industrial and administrative hub. First settled some time between the 5th and 3rd centuries BC, throughout its long history the city has had various changes in political and religious affiliations. The name Tashkent comes from the Turkic tash and kent, which literally means "Stone... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles