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2.1 National cultural and spiritual holidays of Uzbekistan. 
In Uzbekistan, centuries of foreign influence prior to independence helped to 

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form a unique community of people who are distinguished by their hospitality, 
tolerance, close-knit society and readiness to welcome others into their happiness. 
Holidays in Uzbekistan are fun celebrations that include both secular and 
religious, local and international, ancient and 20th-century observances. With great 
exuberance, the people of Uzbekistan rise to each occasion with gifts, homemade 
treats, dancing and festive gatherings.
January 1st, New Year
New Year is one of the most beloved holidays on the Uzbekistan calendar. As 
preparations begin in early December, the weeks leading up to the New Year are very 
celebratory in themselves. City streets, transformed by New Year trees and glittering 
garlands, are filled with people rushing to buy toys, gifts, savory delicacies and enough 
sweets to last for days. Santa Claus and his granddaughter Snow Maiden can be seen 
at restaurants, shops and plazas throughout the holiday season. 
As New Year is a family holiday in Uzbekistan, most people prefer to spend 
New Year's Eve at home with their family and relatives. Yet from mid-December until 
the Old New Year on January 13, celebrations are held with friends, colleagues and 
classmates in gatherings which typically include an entertainment program, special 
menu and various surprises. Read more... 
January 14, Homeland Defenders’ Day (Men’s Day) 
On January 14, 1992, the Armed Forces of Uzbekistan were organized under 
the newly independent state, prompting the government to declare this date as 
Homeland Defenders’ Day. 
Although not counted among public holidays in Uzbekistan, Homeland 
Defenders’ Day is a significant event. Celebrations involving the Ministry of Defense, 
Ministry of the Interior, National Security Service and other agencies are held in city 
plazas, where congratulations and awards are issued by the government. 
In addition to being a professional military holiday, Homeland Defenders’ Day 
is widely observed as Men’s Day in Uzbekistan. At home, school and the workplace, 
men are congratulated with gifts and treated to special meals as a show of respect and 

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admiration for their role in the family and their military service.