Babur House Museum in Andijan
Babur's Park in Andijan has a memorial on the territory (a symbolic tomb in which the earth from Agra and Kabul - the burial places of the commander is immured) and the museum of the great Zahiriddin Muhammad. The house is located on Bogishamol hill. In this place, according to the Babur-name, a pergola for recreation was built by order of the ruler himself). The poet came here before leaving his homeland to admire his beloved city from the hill height.
The museum's entertaining exhibits tell about the life of the famous commander and cultural figure. There are rare manuscripts, books, and other items on display that open the mysterious veil of the great man's life. Museum visitors find a collection with the unique works of talented descendants of Babur (for example, the daughter - Gulbadan-begim). All of them made up the new Mughal dynasty that was founded by him. The exposition with souvenirs, gifts, diplomatic documents tells about the relations with the Central Asian Khans. The ruler and his heirs tried to support good communications level with them in every possible way.
Modern interactive kiosks, whiteboards tell little-known facts about the famous ruler and his life, introduce some moments of literary creativity closer. Audio-guide will help to revive the mood of that time, to hear some lines of the poetry of Babur. New technologies allow you to plunge into the world of Babur's lyrics, to feel his thoughts.
The famous Babur House Museum in Andijan is interesting not only for its exhibits. Outside it is decorated with traditional national patterns, in white and blue colors. A small (at first glance) building attracts the eyes with its architecture, wide stairways to it, a bronze monument to the majestic Tiger (it means the name "Babur" in translation). Exotic plants surrounding the area create an exceptional atmosphere at any year time. As the poet himself wrote in his immortal work Babur-name, you can retire here and think about a lot.
Babur's Park in Andijan with a house-museum should be visited not only by residents but also by guests and tourists. After all, acquaintance with its rich history and identity can tell more about the local people, discover their national traditions. Interesting exhibits were collected not only on Fergana Valley but everywhere where the commander left his heritage. They show you a picture of his everyday life, tell you about historical moments, introduce the culture of the Baburids and the whole local people. The memory of Babur is unforgettable – his face rises from the pedestals of monuments over the Uzbekistan cities, universities, parks, and streets bear his name. Every year, on February 14, the Uzbek people pay tribute to the legacy and merits of the gifted Tamerlane's descendant!