Galloping through Museums

Have you ever stood in front of a mysterious ancient artifact or wandered through the halls of a vast museum, fascinated by the countless tales of human history and creativity? Visiting a museum can inspire a child, spark interest in a teenager, or provide an adult with a fresh perspective on things. Dusty fossils, ancient pottery, exquisite paintings—each item tells its own story, arouses curiosity and questions about who we are and where we come from.

Plan a visit to the most popular museums in the world and our country—dive into a world of discoveries!

Louvre, Paris

The Louvre is the heart of Paris and one of the largest museum complexes in the world. Originally a residence for French kings, it expanded and became more magnificent over the centuries. The Louvre has over 800 years of architectural history and consists of multiple palaces. Initially, it served as a place where monarchs collected art, but today it is a museum open to the public every day except Tuesday. 

The Louvre’s vaults contain over 480,000 items, with more than 36,000 on display.

This museum cannot be seen in a single day; it’s a place you return to time and again. Before embarking on an incredible journey through the halls of this ancient palace, we recommend visiting the museum’s official website.

Doge’s Palace, Venice

One of Venice’s main architectural attractions is the Doge’s Palace, located where the Grand Canal meets the lagoon. The palace we see today has little in common with the military structure it once was, which served as the political power center. 

Named after the Doge, the highest governor of the Venetian Republic, the palace gives the impression of being upside down. Inside are many extraordinary halls with ceilings and walls adorned by the works of Veronese, Tintoretto, and other great masters.

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The National Gallery, London

Founded in 1824, the British National Gallery is one of the world’s greatest art treasures. Its collections are displayed in chronological order, covering the period from the late 13th to the 19th century, and include representatives of all the Western European schools. When in London, don’t forget to visit this amazing place and enjoy the masterpieces of Leonardo, Titian, Van Gogh, Van Dyck, and many other world-renowned artists.

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha

In Doha, the capital of Qatar, one of the most stunning tourist attractions is located: the Museum of Islamic Art. Designed by Chinese architect I. M. Pei, this museum rises above the water, attracting tourists worldwide with its extraordinary and majestic appearance. Since 2008, it has showcased a huge collection of Islamic art belonging to the Al-Thani dynasty. The collection is rich with items made from iron, glass, ceramics, and textiles, as well as paintings and ancient manuscripts dating back to the 13th, 15th, and 17th centuries.

 Topkapi Palace, Istanbul

Topkapi Palace in Istanbul is where you can immerse yourself in the luxurious and powerful life of the Ottoman sultans. Built in 1465 on the site of the Byzantine emperors’ palace, it is one of Turkey’s most visited museums today.

It includes everything necessary: residential and utility buildings, baths, fountains, storerooms, kitchens, and more. The museum’s rich collection of treasures, weapons, manuscripts, ceramics, textiles, Eastern miniatures, and paintings by local and foreign artists from the 16th to the 20th centuries will leave no one indifferent.

State Museum of Applied Art, Tashkent

One of the most amazing places in Tashkent, this museum houses over 7,000 examples of folk art: skullcaps, ceramics, carpets, knives, fabrics, and more. The building itself is also of great interest. It was built in the 1870s and sold to diplomat Polovtsev in 1896, who renovated it with the help of local craftsmen. This was a rare case of a combination of Russian architecture and local decorative style.

State Museum of the History, Tashkent

For 130 years, the Museum of History has been a prominent architectural landmark in Tashkent. Its collection exceeds 300,000 items, including rich archaeological, numismatic, ethnographic collections, and tangible relics. If you want to walk through the past and see an impressive bronze Saka cauldron from the 4th-5th centuries BC, a Buddha sculpture, and other unique artifacts from various periods, this is a must-visit place.

State Art Museum Named After I. V. Savitsky, Nukus

Known as the “Louvre of the Desert,” this “pearl” of Karakalpakstan owes its recognition to its founder, the legendary Igor Savitsky. This collection is considered the second largest and most significant in the world. Unique Russian and Turkestan avant-garde paintings attract art lovers from around the globe.

The museum’s collection includes over 90,000 items, featuring works by Vasily Lysenko, A. Nikolaev (Usto-Mumin), Nikitin, Pestel, Mazel, Volkov, Benkov, Karakhan, Tansykbaev, and many other prominent avant-garde artists.

Ruhsor Museum of Modern Art, Samarkand

Founded in 2017 by composer and writer Normurod Nigmato, the Ruhsor Museum of Modern Art in Samarkand aims to develop a new creative artistic environment in Uzbekistan. Its galleries display photography, paintings, books, various collages, and video performances by both famous and emerging artists from Uzbekistan and other countries.