Tashkent named Tourism Capital of the Turkic World for 2027

At the closing of the 6th Korkut Ata Turkic World Film Festival in Istanbul, the title of Tourism Capital of the Turkic World passed from Ankara to Tashkent. Ensar Altay’s “Kanto” was named the festival’s best film.

Tashkent has officially been designated the Tourism Capital of the Turkic World for 2027. The ceremony took place at Istanbul’s Atatürk Cultural Center during the closing of the 6th Korkut Ata Turkic World Film Festival. Uzbekistan Tourism Committee Chairman Abdulaziz Akkulov accepted the title from Ankara, which held it in 2026.

Türkiye’s Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy said that 53 events dedicated to the tourism capital had been held in Ankara and at Türkiye’s overseas missions over the past year. “I sincerely believe that Tashkent, with its ancient history, rich cultural heritage and hospitality, will carry this title with distinction,” the minister said, pledging Türkiye’s support for preparations for the 2027 program.

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The festival screened 56 films from 10 countries, as well as 10 autonomous republics and communities of the Turkic world. The grand prize for best film went to “Kanto,” directed by Ensar Altay. Zaur Gasimli was named best director for “Tagiyev: Mekteb,” while Amina Salmanova won best actress and Matyakub Matchanov won best actor for his role in “Farz.” Nurzhigit Khaidarov received the award for best screenplay.

The organizers also announced that the festival will support four new film projects.