Urgench holds opening ceremony of the Jaloliddin Manguberdy’s memorial complex

Today, on August 29, the opening ceremony of the Jaloliddin Manguberdy’s memorial complex took place in Urgench. President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev attended the ceremony. The event was accompanied by the national anthem of our country.

In his speech, the head of state emphasized the personality of the commander and his place in history.

"Jaloliddin Manguberdy is a great representative of our ancestors who fought and gave their lives for the independence of the country. For love and loyalty to the Motherland, honor and glory in the world, few people can be compared with Jaloliddin Manguberdy," Shavkat Mirziyoyev said.

Jaloliddin was born in 1198 and in his short life left an unforgettable mark on history. At the age of just 21, he fearlessly opposed the Mongol invasion. For 11 years, he took part in more than 300 battles against the invaders and provided them with stubborn resistance. The brave sultan, who bravely overcame the harsh trials of fate, fell at the hands of traitors at the age of 32. Sultan Jaloliddin defended not only his homeland but also dozens of other countries of the world. His name and heroism and courage have become a legend among different peoples.

When Uzbekistan gained its independence, the memory of our great ancestors was perpetuated. His birthdays were worthily marked. One of the highest awards of Uzbekistan has been established - the medal of "Jaloliddin Manguberdy ". Scientific and artistic works dedicated to his life and work have been created. In particular, in cooperation with Turkish cinematographers, a multi-part historical film "I am Jaloliddin!" was shot. A military academic lyceum named after Jaloliddin Manguberdy has been organized in Urgench with the aim of educating young patriots worthy of a great commander.

The memorial complex built in the center of Khorezm is one of the results of noble work in this direction. This initiative was put forward by the President in 2018. The place of installation and the artistic and ideological content of the monument were discussed in detail with the participation of historians, art historians and builders. The construction was visited several times by the head of our state. Thus, a majestic statue with a height of 25 meters was erected. It depicts Jaloliddin Manguberdy holding the reins of a horse, aiming to protect the country. Patriotism and the indomitable will of our people, confidently looking to the future, are embodied in the stubborn and proud figure of the Sultan. A copy of the epitaph stone of Jaloliddin Manguberda is installed in front of the monument. The stone weighing 32 kilograms and 30 centimetres high is carved with verses from the Koran, the genealogy of Jaloliddin Manguberda. The original was found in Iran and is kept in the famous British Museum in London. It also testifies to the broad international fame of our great ancestors. Large-scale construction works were carried out on an area of about 8 hectares, where the complex is located, along Al-Khorezmi and Islam Karimov streets. A car tunnel has been built under the square with the monument. About 18 thousand ornamental trees, flowers and shrubs have been planted on the territory of the complex.

The complex has become another attraction of Khorezm, which is becoming more and more beautiful every day. In particular, over the past five years, all district centers, about 100 villages and mahallas have been landscaped in the region. 80 new hotels have been built for tourists.

The President stressed the need to study deeply the life and work of the great commander Jaloliddin Manguberdy, to popularize it widely among Uzbek residents, especially young people.

It was noted that an important task is to support the scientific and creative research of scientists and writers, and the creation of a scientific encyclopedia, which will comprehensively cover the history of the exploits of Jaloliddin Manguberdi.

"It is worth being proud of our great ancestors, including Jaloliddin Manguberdy, who during his short life showed boundless love and loyalty to the Motherland inherent in the Uzbek people, outstanding generalship talent. I am sure that years and centuries will pass, but Sultan Jaloliddin will always be an unfading symbol of caring and love for the Motherland, serving it faithfully," Shavkat Mirziyoyev said.

Shavkat Mirziyoyev laid flowers at the monument of Jaloliddin Manguberdy. The ceremony continued with a patriotic concert program.