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Uzbekistan Welcomes Its First-Ever Chocolate Museum

22 April 2025

Uzbekistan has unveiled the very first Chocolate Museum in Central Asia, a captivating addition to the country’s cultural landscape. According to UPL.uz, this one-of-a-kind museum has opened its doors in the ethnographic park “Navruz,” thanks to the visionary efforts of Iman Chocolate & Fruits.

This cultural gem invites visitors on a delightful journey through the rich history of chocolate — from its ancient roots in early civilizations to the cutting-edge innovations of modern confectionery art.

Among the museum’s standout exhibits are intricate chocolate miniatures of iconic architectural landmarks from both Uzbekistan and around the globe, alongside detailed figures of historical personalities. In total, the exhibition showcases 19 remarkable works, 16 of which are exclusive, handcrafted chocolate sculptures.

Visitors can marvel at miniature renditions of architectural treasures such as the madrasahs of Tashkent and Samarkand, the Kalta-Minor Minaret, as well as chocolate figures of Alisher Navoi, Amir Temur, and world-famous monuments like the Taj Mahal, the Statue of Liberty, the Eiffel Tower, the Colosseum — and even Thanos’s glove from the Marvel universe.

Crafting these edible masterpieces required a staggering 850 kilograms of chocolate, predominantly dark. Two sculptures were created using white chocolate. Each piece demanded at least seven days of meticulous labor by skilled artisans. To preserve them for up to a year, the sculptures are coated in a special food-grade lacquer.

The museum offers an interactive experience — visitors are encouraged not only to admire the displays but to physically engage with them. Within the space, there's also a live production area, where guests can witness the entire chocolate-making process, from raw cacao beans to the finished sweet delight.

In the near future, the museum will launch a dedicated workshop zone, where under the guidance of expert chocolatiers, guests can craft their very own chocolate creations.

The museum is open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Ticket prices are as follows:

Children: 50,000 UZS
Adults: 75,000 UZS
Tourists: 100,000 UZS

The opening of the Chocolate Museum marks a significant milestone in the development of cultural tourism in Uzbekistan, while also celebrating and promoting the country's growing confectionery artistry.

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