Metro Stations of Tashkent, Uzbekistan | Kosmonavtlar Station

Welcome to the third and final post in my Tashkent Metro feature. You can catch up from Part One here.

I came back to this station more than once. This one was just that great.

Kosmonavtlar is dedicated to the history of space exploration, and every surface shows it. The walls are lined with circular mosaic medallions depicting cosmonauts, the columns are wrapped in deep green glass tile, and the ceiling runs the length of the platform in overlapping glass scales that catch the light like something living. It is a blend of science and art, history and future, and it’s inspiring in the way that makes you want to do some watercolors, get a tattoo, or learn ballet.

Someday I would love to return (on my way to checking out the other ‘stans!) and possibly do some portraits in this station.