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QURBAN HAIT(Muslim religious holiday)

Religious holiday Kurban Hait is also one of the greatest events in Uzbekistan, which is celebrated by Muslims. The sources of this holiday are ancient stories that are associated with the prophet Ibrahim, who in honor of his faith wanted to sacrifice “Allah” of his own son, but his actions have stopped kind spirits and instead told him to sacrifice other animals such as sheep, camels and so on. d. From this moment all Moslems began to sacrifice animals in these holidays. The holiday lasts for three days (officially 1 day) and these days all Moslems celebrate this holiday with the family with family and friends. Especially in these holidays people visit their relatives and friends, as well as sick and in need of assistance. The first day of the holiday “Kurban Hayit» is considered not working day, and all establishments have a vocation in this holiday.
This holiday is one of the greatest and most dolgozhitelnyh holidays Uzbek people after the Arabs took possession of Central Asia in the VII century. This holiday is known as Ruza Hayit, it coincides with the 9th month (Hidjriy) on a Muslim calendar. This holiday includes religious practice as Ruza which lasts 30 days and is considered a rite of spiritual and moral purification. As in other countries, Eid al-Adha in Uzbekistan begins with a special morning prayer known as Hayit Namaz, followed by a customary visit to the graves of loved ones. During the three days of Kurban Hayit, many families make a sacrifice, which in Uzbekistan has traditionally been a sheep. The meat is then divided into three parts, which are distributed equally between relatives, the needy and guests who have been specially invited for the occasion. Read more...
September 1, Independence Day
Independence Day was the first official holiday declared by the newly independent republic, and every year since then the people of Uzbekistan have celebrated it with full gusto.
In each of the 12 regions of Uzbekistan, a unique holiday program is prepared which reflects the traditions and culture specific to that region. Activities include folk performances, sports competitions, special shows and noisy fairs filled with the colorful displays of local craftsmen. In Tashkent, the main festivities are fittingly held at Mustakillik Square (Independence Square), where hundreds of participants, dozens of bands, dance troupes and pop stars are gathered for an unforgettable event. The evening concludes with a grandiose fireworks show. Read more...