Independence Square

The Independence Square, known as Mustaqilliq Maidoni, resembles a vast park adorned with monuments and fountains, surrounded by notable public buildings. The open park area has fountains, pools, and lush green surroundings, making it a perfect spot to spend a relaxing afternoon. It is also the venue of various Uzbek celebrations, such as Uzbekistan Independence Day and New Year.

The Arch of Independence, a structure that makes up the entrance to the square, leads the way to an alley that passes through green zones and beautiful fountains and leads up to the Monument of Independence and the Happy Mother - the figure of a young woman with a baby in her arms, which symbolizes the love of motherland. To the north, the park extends into the Alley of Fame and Memory, with galleries featuring carved pillars and tracery bars that bear the memory books with the names of all the Uzbeks martyred in World War II. At the center of this alley is the Eternal Flame, and the Lamenting Mother statue, paying tribute to fallen soldiers and their mothers. As per a local custom, newlyweds pay a visit to the Square on their wedding day.