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Youth Creative Park, Samarkand

Park of 5.4 ha opened in March 2026 on the site of a former military hospital in Samarkand, with five listed historic buildings, a library, sports courts and cafés.

AttractionsFounded 2026

About the place

The Youth Creative Park opened in March 2026 on Uzbekistan Street in Samarkand, on the 5.4-hectare grounds of a former military hospital. Five of the old hospital buildings are on the cultural heritage list and have been kept as part of the new park.

Inside are a library, IT and robotics centres for young people, sports courts, a mini-golf course and several cafés, set among lawns and shady paths. It is a place to see how the modern city spends its free time rather than a historic sight. An hour is enough for a walk and a coffee.

Why go

  • Five listed hospital buildings
  • Library and robotics centre
  • Mini-golf and cafés

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