Atlas Bayrami Margilan

Атлас Байрами Марғилон

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Arts & CultureMargilan
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DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsMargilan has produced silk since at least
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: UZS
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Atlas Bayrami Margilan in Margilan

Atlas Bayrami, the International Traditional Textile Festival, has been held in Margilan every two years since 2015, celebrating the city's centuries-old atlas and adras ikat silk weaving traditions. The sixth edition ran September 19 to 21, 2024, drawing textile artisans, researchers, and craft organizations from around the world to the Fergana Valley.

Margilan, a city in Uzbekistan's Fergana Valley, has produced silk since at least the tenth century, positioned along Silk Road trade routes that once carried its fabrics from Central Asia toward markets in China and beyond.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Margilan has produced silk since at least the tenth century, and its distinctive tie-dyed atlas and adras fabrics remain central to Uzbek dress and identity today

02

The mystery stays covered

The festival, held since 2015 and covered by UNESCO for its focus on safeguarding traditional textile-making techniques as living intangible heritage, combines exhibitions and sales of handwoven silk with technical conferences on preserving the craft

03

The city starts moving

the 2024 sixth edition included conference sessions on the place of traditional weaving in the modern world, alongside demonstrations at sites such as the Yodgorlik Silk Factory and the Margilan Crafts Development Centre

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The ikat tie-dyeing process behind atlas and adras

Water and renewal

Living ritual

passed down through generations of Margilan weaving families

The sacred route

Living ritual

is demonstrated live throughout the festival alongside sales of finished silk

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

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Getting around

For Atlas Bayrami Margilan, plan transport around the exact Margilan venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Comfortable warm-weather clothing suits Margilan's September climate; many visitors choose to purchase and wear atlas or adras garments during the festival itself.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Atlas Bayrami Margilan, stay near the part of Margilan you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

UZS

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map40.47 N, 71.72 EOpen in Google Maps

Margilan, Fergana Region, Uzbekistan

Nearest airportAZN — Andijan
TransportFor Atlas Bayrami Margilan, plan transport around the exact Margilan venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Atlas Bayrami Margilan, stay near the part of Margilan you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Atlas Bayrami Margilan?

Atlas Bayrami Margilan is listed for Dates to be announced. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Atlas Bayrami Margilan take place?

The festival is listed in Margilan, Uzbekistan. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Margilan, Fergana Region, Uzbekistan

Is it family friendly?

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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