Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- An opening of the winter holiday season took place in Bustonlik district of Tashkent regon.

Events were held in Bustonlik district of Tashkent region aimed at developing tourism in our country, attracting both local and foreign tourists, discussing current issues in the industry, and expanding opportunities. In this regard, the "Winter Season Opening Ceremony", "Sky Camp Bustonlyk", "Chimgan Challenge - 2023" and the Gastronomic Festival were organized.

The event was attended by employees of the Tourism Committee under the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change, the khokimiyat of the Tashkent region, as well as the public. Representatives of winter sports and journalists were also present.

The event began with the official opening of the winter season, during which an impressive performance of skiers and snowboarders took place, who descended from the top of the mountain with the flags of the Republic of Uzbekistan in their hands. Then competitions in winter sports - "Bustonlyk Challenge" and "Sky Camp" for professionals and amateurs - were launched.

The participants also took part in games: shooting, tug of war, as well as in chess, mini-football and badminton. At the end of the event, the winners were awarded.

Throughout the day, there was also a Gastronomic Festival, where representatives of all districts of the Tashkent region presented their national and traditional dishes.

In recent years, our country has paid special attention to the development of various forms of tourism, including skiing, as Uzbekistan becomes known not only for its ancient cities but also for its unique mountainous regions.