The Solar Institute is a unique scientific facility 45 km from Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Even if the mention of science makes you sleepy, it’s worth seeing with your own eyes.
There are only two research centers in the world that are engaged in continuous research of the Sun: in France and in Uzbekistan. Why Uzbekistan? 280 sunny days a year - ideal weather conditions for exploring our central star
62 heliostats, each consisting of 195 flat mirrors 3000 °C is the temperature that a solar oven can reach in a matter of seconds
There is also an observation deck at an altitude of 1100 m, from where a beautiful panorama of the Tien Shan opens.
You can visit the Solar Institute during the tour Eastern Express.