The Institute of the Sun is a unique scientific facility located 45 km from Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Even if the mention of science makes you sleepy, it's worth seeing for yourself.
There are only two research centers in the world that continuously study the Sun: in France and Uzbekistan. Why Uzbekistan? With 280 sunny days a year, the weather conditions are ideal for studying our central star
solar concentrator 42 meters high and 1840 sq.m. in area. 62 heliostats, each consisting of 195 flat mirrors 3000°C is the temperature a solar oven can reach in a matter of seconds
There is also an observation deck at an altitude of 1100 m, offering a magnificent panorama of the Tien Shan.
You can visit the Solar Institute during a tour Orient Express.