Showing famous Registan square, journalists spoke about work, conducted to preserve rich cultural and historic heritage of the city, Jahon news agency reported.

The programme said that Samarkand became so-called “Silicon Valley” during government of Amir Temur and his grandson Mirzo Ulugbek as it attracted the most gifted and creative people. For several centuries, Samarkand was crossroads of knowledge, culture, religion and trade.

It also told about restoration works conducted at Ulugbek madrasah, which is one of the elegant examples of Islamic architecture. Each year about 90 specialists work on restoration historic monuments of the city.

The report also paid attention to monuments around Samarkand, including memorial complex Imam al-Bukhari, who was the author of the most trustful collection of hadises.

It is worth to mention that Euronews broadcasted several programmes about Uzbekistan, historic and tourism potential of the country.

Soon, Euronews will broadcast new programmes, including reports on Bukhara and Khiva.