These days, March 22 -- The area around the venue was decorated accordingly. In particular, an exhibition reflected the traditions of our people associated with Navruz, national costumes and folk arts and crafts were displayed, while tightrope walkers pleased the eye of the visitors with their talents. Tables were covered with spring dishes.

The sounds of karnai and surnai announced the start of the celebrations.

Those gathered for the grand occasion welcomed the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev with applause.

The head of our state then delivered a speech and congratulated compatriots and foreign guests on the holiday of Navruz.

"I express great respect and the best of my wishes to all our compatriots who organize sayils (outd...