The key facts

  • The festival 'Enotourism and National Cuisine of Uzbekistan' is taking place in the Altynsay district of Surkhandarya region.
  • 15 districts and cities of the region are presenting national dishes, grape varieties, fruits, vegetables and handicraft products.
  • The khokim of Surkhandarya region Ulugbek Kosimov took part in the opening ceremony; the festival will conclude with a gala concert featuring awards for the winners.

Festival of Gastronomy and Viticulture in Surkhandarya

The festival 'Enotourism and National Cuisine of Uzbekistan' is taking place in the Altynsay district of Surkhandarya region. Its goal is to popularize local gastronomy, viticulture traditions and the tourism potential of the region, UzNews.uz reports.

Program and Participants

At the festival, 15 districts and cities of the region are presenting national dishes, local grape varieties, fruits, vegetables and products of folk craftsmen. Special attention is given to the viticulture and winemaking products of the Altynsay district. The program also includes the exhibition 'Cuisines and Peoples of the World', organized by higher education institutions, national sports games, performances by folklore groups and presentations by restaurants.

Opening and Conclusion

The khokim of Surkhandarya region Ulugbek Kosimov took part in the opening ceremony. According to the publication, the festival is aimed at promoting local products, supporting entrepreneurship and increasing the tourist appeal of the region. A concert program featuring well-known performers and creative groups has been prepared for visitors, and the festival will conclude with a gala concert featuring awards for the winners in various categories.