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Bukhara to Host Month of French Culture
From October 2 to 31, Bukhara will host the Month of French Culture. Guests can look forward to classical music concerts, exhibitions, film screenings, and digital art projects set against the city's historic backdrop.
From October 2 to 31, 2026, Bukhara will host the Month of French Culture, organized on the initiative of the Embassy of France in Uzbekistan. According to Uzbekistan Travel, the official tourism portal of the country, events will unfold across the city's iconic historical landmarks, including the Ark Fortress, the Po-i-Kalyan complex, the Sitorai Mohi-Khosa Palace, and the Kukeldash Madrasah.
✦Key Highlights
- The Month of French Culture in Bukhara will run from October 2 to 31, 2026.
- Events will take place at the city's landmark historical sites, including the Ark Fortress and the Po-i-Kalyan complex.
- The curated program features classical music concerts, art exhibitions, a film festival, and immersive digital art projects.
The program features musical performances, choreographic productions, film festivals, and educational meet-ups. Notably, screenings of six French films will be held at the open-air venue of the Bukhara State Pedagogical Institute from October 12 to 17. From October 23 to 25, the historic city center will host the 'Painting Mirror' digital art project, seamlessly blending classical painting with artificial intelligence technologies. Alongside the cultural program, a series of professional panels focusing on cultural heritage preservation and restoration will be held, featuring leading specialists from France and Uzbekistan.
What This Means for Travelers
- The event spans the entirety of October 2026: travelers planning a trip to Bukhara during this period can effortlessly combine heritage sightseeing with exclusive concerts and exhibitions.
- As events will be hosted outdoors at premier historical venues (including the Ark Fortress, Po-i-Kalyan, and the Sitorai Mohi-Khosa Palace), guests are advised to check evening weather conditions when planning their itineraries.
- Please take note of specific program dates: the film festival runs from October 12 to 17, while the digital installations will be showcased from October 23 to 25.
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Source: Uzbekistan Travel
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