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Renovating a facade in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, 2023.

Make-up

“For me, this image reveals in a radical way the change brought about by modernisation. The old architecture, made up of meaningful motifs and details, is being covered with… [...]

Kazakhstan Astana bridge Atyrau New Moon

A bridge over the Ichim

It is a major attraction on the promenade along the River Ishim, and one of Astana’s many architectural boldnesses. Designed by the Kazakh studio New Moon,… [...]

Draft

A pensive pause from the fort of Mug Tepe in Istaravshan, whose horizon seems blocked by a building under construction. Credits : Davide Pilloni (@flip_khan, Italie) Find… [...]

Insecurity, Harrassment, and Lack of Inclusion: Young Women’s Experiences with Safety in Bishkek public spaces

Urban spaces in Bishkek, including pedestrian areas and public transportation, remain uncomfortable for citizens, especially women, leaving them feeling vulnerable and insecure due to a lack of facilities, poor pedestrian… [...]

The Future of the Past – Urbanity in Central Asia: Tashkent and Bishkek

Around 30 participants gathered on 20 November the year before last to discuss facets of Central Asian urbanity as part of the online event “The Future of the Past –… [...]

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