Independence Square
Mustaqillik Maydoni, Toshkent, Uzbekistan
Description:
Independence Square (Mustaqillik Maidoni) is the main square of the capital of Uzbekistan-Tashkent. In the 30s of the last century, Registan was called Red Square, and in 1991 it received its current name, in honor of the Independence of Uzbekistan. After the earthquake in 1966, the square required reconstruction, which lasted 8 years, as a result it increased almost fourfold, now it hosts all the important events of the city. The entrance to Independence Square is decorated with the arch of Ezgulik, translated into Russian - Good and Noble aspirations. On the territory there are two beautiful monuments and Memorial of Memory. The square is easily accessible by the Mustaqillik metro station.