CENTRAL ASIA: THE MEANING OF THE GREAT SILK ROAD AND THE PROCESS OF SOCIAL AND CULTURAL INTEGRATION OF THE UZBEK NATION

Since ancient times, Central Asia, in particular the territory of modern Uzbekistan, has been distinguished not only by its diversity, colorful and unique nature, but also by the hard work of its inhabitants. They deserve special recognition for their hospitality, kindness and tolerance towards others. Uzbeks living at the crossroads of the Great Silk Road are closely connected not only by friendship and brotherhood, but also by family ties with representatives of the Turkic-speaking peoples, such as the Uighurs, Tajiks, Karakalpaks and Kyrgyz, language, religion and national traditions are close.

This article discusses the unique way of life, values and culture of the Uzbek and other Turkic-speaking peoples who lived at the crossroads of the Great Silk Road.