DUSHANBE, 24.06.2019. (NIAT Khovar) – The Secretariat of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) presented its Eight SCO Wonders at an event on June 21 in Beijing, China to showcase the tourism potential of the organization’s member states.

Tajikistan’s Kohi Navruz has been included in the list of Eight SCO Wonders, reported the Tajik Committee for Tourism Development.

During the event, participants became acquainted with the art of painting, carving, woodwork and stone cutting of the Tajik people through photos, exhibits, and videos.

The five story Kokhi Navruz complex was built at the initiative of the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon according to the national architectural style. Its halls are decorated with Tajik national crafts.

“The Eight SCO Wonders, which in terms of history reflect the centuries-old rich and diverse civilizations of our peoples, are the beautiful and unique works of our countries. These wonders enable us to better realize the rich and diverse history of our people,” said the SCO Secretary General Vladimir Norov in his speech.

The attendees got acquainted with Eight SCO Miracles, photos, exhibits, and videos that reflect the beautiful sites, unique nature, customs, national costumes, crafts and national dishes.

The Eight SCO Wonders are selected by the organization’s secretariat in collaboration with the SCO member states.

The main goal of the project is to present the national achievements of SCO’s eight member states.

The project is expected to be presented in all the SCO member states and other countries.