Once home to ruler and astronomer Mirzo Ulugbek’s legendary observatory — a beacon of science in the 15th century — the Uzbek city of Samarkand is set to reclaim its place among the stars.
In 2028, the Silk Road city will host the International Astronautical Congress (IAC), the world’s largest space industry gathering. It reflects Uzbekistan’s goal to become an important player in the modern “space age".
