Museum of Applied Arts

The Museum of Applied Arts occupies a historic mansion in Tashkent. The building itself is a major part of the visit: its interiors feature carved ganch and painted wooden details. The rooms display traditional crafts from across Uzbekistan, including ceramics, suzani embroidery, carpets, jewellery, metal chasing and wood carving. It is a compact collection that fits easily into a schedule between medical appointments.

Objects come from different regions of the country, so a visit gives a useful overview of local styles and ornament. The museum does not require much walking, as the main halls are grouped within a small area. You can also pause by the decorated walls and look closely at the finishing details.