“Nuriy Travel”
A.Kahhar st. 6 apt., 57,
100025 Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Tel.: (+998 97) 440 9440
Tel.: (+998 97) 405 2677
Fax: (+998 71) 255 0599
Voices of Centuries
| Country
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Uzbekistan - India
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Tour - Voices of Centuries
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| Tour route
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Tashkent - Khiva - Bukhara - Samarkand - Tashkent - Amritsar - Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi - Tashkent
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| Total Duration
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16 days, 15 nights
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| Transportation
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Comfortable AC
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| Season
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April 27 - May 13
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| Group Size
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Any
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| Hotel Type
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4* given as an option
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| Placement
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TWN / DBL placement
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| Meal
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Full Board
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| Single Supplement
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$600
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| Description
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Short description
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Tour price
| Group size (PAX)
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1 - 2
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3 - 9
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10 - 15
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16 - 25
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26 - 35
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over 35
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| Price per PAX
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$5000
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$4000
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$3500
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$3000
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$2500
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$2000
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| Price per child*
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$2000
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Note: * - Price per child is given as an extra bed placement
Note: * - Discounts are available upon request
"Voices of Centuries" (Asrlar Sadosi) Traditional Culture Festival, this
year held in the Old Town of Bukhara (Uzbekistan), is a two day
festival (April 30 - May 1) where traditional musicians play music,
dancers dance, craftsmen and craftswomen present their skills, chef
cooks cook their most delicious foods, traditional wrestlers do Kurash
(traditional judo), men do a horse game Uloq, designers perform
traditional dress Fashion Show, rooster and sheep fights are performed
and, of course, where you can try famous Osh - Uzbek pilaf. During the
tour, the travelers will tour in ancient cities Tashkent, Samarkand,
Shakhrisabz, Bukhara itself, and Khiva. This tour is special, the
festival makes it special.
Day 1: Arrival, Highlights of Tashkent (Wednesday, April 27)
" Early arrival in Tashkent (capital of Uzbekistan) " Accommodation
in a hotel " Lunch in a restaurant " Excursion around Tashkent. We will
start tour from visiting " Museum of Victims of Repression - Memorial to
the Victims of Repression in Tashkent " Courage Memorial - among a
large number of Tashkent monuments, Courage Memorial deserves special
attention. It is dedicated to the events that took place almost 50 years
ago and left a deep trace in Tashkent's history. On the granite podium
of the monuments stands a black labradorite cube. One of its sides
contains the engraved inscription: April 26, 1966. " Alisher Navoi Opera
and Ballet Theatre - Alisher Navoi Opera and Ballet Theatre is one of
the largest and most unique theatres on the territory of Central and
Southeast Asia, built by Japanese prisoners of war in 1947. " Ensemble
Khazret Imam (16) - the ensemble was built on the tomb of one of the
first Imams of Tashkent, a famous scientist and expert on the Qoran and
the Khadis of Khazreti Imam. His full name is Abubekr Mukhamad Kaffal
Shashi. " Barrack-Khan Madrassah (16), Tellya-Sheikh Mosque (19), Jami
(Juma) Mosque (15-19) - a unique example in Tashkent of a Friday mosque
of domestic type built in Central Asia during the era of the late Middle
Ages. " Madrassah Kukeldash (16), Chorsu - one of the biggest Friday
mosques in Tashkent and the most exiting oriental market in Tashkent "
National park, Abdulkasym Madrassah (19) - in the library building, in a
special safe, where supported by a certain temperature and humidity,
kept the famous Osman's Koran, dating from the 7th century. " Tashkent
Metro - one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world, each
station resembling a museum " Finish tour with visit to a New TV Tower -
it is the biggest tower in Central Asia (375 m) " Dinner in a
restaurant of the New TV Tower (200 m) with night view to the City, the
view is brilliant. " Overnight in Tashkent
Day 2: Tashkent - Samarkand, capital city of Tamerlane (Thursday, April 28)
" Breakfast in a hotel " Mourning transfer Tashkent - Samarkand (315
km, 4 h) " Accommodation in a hotel " Lunch " Sightseeing program: " Gur
Emir - Amir Temur's (Tamerlane) mausoleum, who was the ruler of one of
the greatest empires in the history on a mankind " Mausoleum Rukhabad
(Abode of the Spirit, 14) - the legend says that under the dome there is
a box with seven hairs of Prophet Muhammad SAW " Registan Square - the
central masterpiece of Samarkand, the best example of construction and
crafts in Central Asia. Every traveller must visit the site and enjoy
the sight. It is spectacular, it is magnificent. " Sher Dor madrasah
(17) - one of the most prominent madrasahs in Samarkand " Tillya Kari
Madrassah (17) - its magnificent interior is swathed in kun-dal style
gold leaf, hence the title Tillya Kari, 'gilded'-from Qoranic
inscriptions and stalactites above the marble mihrab. " Dinner "
Overnight in Samarkand
Day 3: More miracles in Samarkand (Friday, April 29)
Breakfast in a hotel 09:00 continue tour program around Samarkand
Ulugbek madrasah, Hazret-Hyzr Mosque (19), Bibi Khanum Mosque (14) - 3
most prominent architectural heritage left from the Renaissance of the
13-14th centuries in Central Asia. Lunch Ulugbek observatory, the
architectural complex of Shahi Zinda (The Living King, 14-15) - memorial
on the hillside Afrasiab associated with the name Kusama ibn Abbas -
the cousin of Prophet Muhammad SAW. Wine tasting at Khovrenko wine
factory Dinner Overnight in Samarkand
Day 4: Samarkand - Bukhara, enjoy the festival "Voices of Centuries(Saturday, April 30)
Breakfast in a hotel Morning transfer to Bukhara (365 km, 4-5 h)
Arrival to Bukhara and accommodation in a hotel Lunch Visit "Voices of
Centuriestraditional cultural festival conducted in the Old Town of
Bukhara. The festival will be held in the various parts of the city and
this will give a unique opportunity to meet with Uzbek people and enjoy
their crafts and skills. (See photo gallery at page 5) Dinner Overnight
in Bukhara
Day 5: Bukhara, festival "Voices of Centuriespart 2 (Sunday, May 1)
Breakfast in a hotel Continuation of "Voices of Centuriestraditional
cultural festival (See pictures at page 5) Lunch More festival events
Dinner Overnight in Bukhara
Day 6: Highlights of Bukhara (Monday, May 2)
Breakfast in a hotel Sightseeing program in Bukhara Summer residence
of the Emir Sitorai Mohi-Khosa (19) Ancient burial Chor-Bakr (X)
Mausoleum Bahoutdina Naqshbandi (16-19) Mosque Bolo-Hauz (16II) Samanid
Mausoleum (IX-X) Chashma Ayub Complex (14) Poi Kalon which includes a
Minaret Kalyan (XII) and Madrasa Miri Arab (16) Lunch Ulugbek Madrasah
(15) Mosque Magoki Attari (14) Ensemble Labi Hovuz (14-17) consisting of
Honako Nodir Divan Begi and Kukeldash Nodir Divan Begi madrassahs
Dinner with folklore concert Overnight in Bukhara
Day 7: Khiva - a museum town (Tuesday, May 3)
Breakfast in a hotel Transfer to Khiva through Kizil-Kum desert,
along the caravan route (Bus 480 km, 6-8 hours) (Train available upon
request) Arrival to Khiva Accommodation at a hotel Lunch Free time for
leisure and fairy-tale streets of Khiva Dinner Overnight in Khiva
Day 8: Khiva - Tashkent (Wednesday, May 4)
Breakfast in a hotel City tour Ichan-Qala (12-19) - "internal
fortress", forms the internal city of Khiva Kunya-Ark (16-16I) - Khan's
castle, the inner citadel of Ichon-Qala Kalta-Minor Minaret - "short
minaret", should have become the biggest and highest minaret in Central
Asia Madrassah of Muhammad Amin-khan (1845-18) Juma Mosque (10) - has
212 wooden columns and a minaret height 32.5 m Tash-Hauli (19) - "stone
courtyard", the palace like a fortress with high battlements, towers and
fortified gates Lunch Ak-Mosque (1838-1842) - "White Mosque", a small
quarter mosque by the gates of Pahlavan-Darwaza Necropolis of Pahlavan
Mahmud (1810-1913) - the cultic center of Ichon-Qala Residence Islam
Khoja (1910) - the vizier of the last khan. The ensemble consists of the
smallest madrassas and the highest minaret in Khiva. The platform of
the minaret at a height of 45 meters is the highest observation point in
the panorama of Khiva. Dinner Evening flight Urgench - Tashkent
Overnight in Tashkent
Day 9: Tashkent - Home (Thursday, May 5)
Arrive at Tashkent International Airport for morning departure from Tashkent back Home. Or, optional extension to India tour.
Day 9: Tashkent - India Flight (Optional) (Thursday, May 5)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, rest in a hotel for midnight plain to India
Tour around Tashkent and visit museums Departure to Delhi, India by
international flight HY421 at 22:55 At 02:20 (May 6, Friday) arrival to
Delhi International Airport, India
Day 10: Tashkent - India (Optional) (Friday, May 6)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner City excursion including visit sightseeing
tour of Old Delhi which includes a visit to Jama Masjid (1656) - one of
the largest mosques in India Raj Ghat - cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi
Drive past Chandni Chowk - one of the oldest and busiest markets in
central north Delhi Red Fort - constructed by the Emperor Shah Jahan in
1639, the residence of the royal family - the epicenter of Old Delhi
Overnight in the capital of Incredible India
Day 11: Delhi - Jaipur (Saturday, May 7)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner You will spend the day discovering the
vibrant city of Old & Delhi. Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of
Delhi includes a visit to Qutab Minar (1199) - the world's tallest brick
minaret, built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibak Humayun's Tomb (1570) - the first
example of this type of Mughal architecture in India Gurdwara Bangla
Sahib - Sikh house of worship India Gate - War Memorial Arch Drive past
President's House, Parliament House and other Government Secretariat
Buildings Afternoon, embark a leisurely drive to Jaipur (258 km, 6 hrs)
Overnight in the capital of Rajasthan state.
Day 12: Jaipur - a pink city (Sunday, May 8)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Visit the Amber Fort (16) - the ancient
citadel of the ruling Kachhawa clan of Amber, before the capital was
shifted to present day Jaipur. An elephant ride will help you ascend to
this hilltop fort (elephants are subject to availability).
Alternatively, you could choose to walk or drive up to the fort. Visit
the City Palace complex (18) with its museums and Jantar Mantar, the
ancient astronomical observatory In the evening, visit the Hawa Mahal
(Palace of the Winds, 1799). This palace with its innumerable windows
and screened balconies was especially built for the royal women to view
the city and processions from behind their purdahs. Overnight in the
"Pink City"
Day 13: Jaipur - Agra (Monday, May 9)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Embark on a leisurely drive to Agra (235 km,
5.5 hrs) En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri - the Ghost City 35 km from
Agra. Fatehpur Sikri built in red sandstone in honour of Saint Salim
Chisti, who foretold the birth of 3 sons to Emperor Akbar, is an example
of robust stability combined with originality. Each important edifice
here represents a type in itself. In the evening, experience the
awe-inspiring beauty of the eternal symbol of love and witness the
sunset view of Taj Mahal (1653). This masterpiece in marble on a
sandstone base is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the
universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage. It was built
by Shah Jahan, the ruler of the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent
from 1628 until 1658. The name Shah Jahan comes from Persian meaning
"King of the World". He was the fifth Mughal ruler after Babur, Humayun,
Akbar, and Jahangir as a symbol of love for his beloved wife, Mumtaz
Mahal. Often referred to as a "Poem in White Marble", Taj Mahal is a
fine example of fusion of many architectural styles. Overnight in the
capital of the Mughal emperors
Day 14: Agra - Delhi (Tuesday, May 10)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Enjoy a visit to the Red Fort of Agra, also
known as Lal Qila and Fort Rouge, which is built in red sandstone and
has magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and
beautiful gardens. It is the most important fort in India. The great
Mughals Babur, Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb lived
here, and the country was governed from there. Here Emperor Shahjahan
was kept under house arrest by his third son Aurangzeb and spent the
last year of his life viewing the Taj Mahal from the little octagonal
tower in the Fort. Later embark on a leisurely drive to Delhi en route
visiting Sikandra, the tomb of Emperor Akbar the Great (the grandson of
Babur) - an important architectural masterpiece set in 48 ha. of grounds
in a suburb of Agra. Upon arrival in Delhi, check in to hotel.
Day 15: Delhi - Amritsar (Wednesday, May 11)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Transfer from Delhi to Amritsar Golden
Temple (16) - also known as Harmandar Sahib or Swarna Mandir, which is
the most important pilgrimage place for Sikhs in India Jalianwala Bagh,
Ranjeet Singh museums and other famous temples along with shopping at
local market of the city In the late afternoon enjoy the retreat
ceremony at India-Pakistan border called Wagah Border Overnight in "The
Ocean of the Nectar of Immortality", the origin of Amritsar's name.
Day 16: Amritsar - Tashkent (Thursday, May 12)
At 00:05 transfer to Indira Amritsar International Airport Departure
from Amritsar by international flight HY-444 at 01:35 to Tashkent
Mourning arrival to Tashkent Accommodation in a hotel Breakfast Option:
rest after a long flight or city tour around Tashkent Chorsu - oriental
bazaar National park Abdulkasim Madrasah (19) - which now is the centre
for traditional arts with attractive souvenirs made by local craftsmen.
Departure to Tashkent International Airport to fly onward to Home.
Program includes: Uzbekistan
- All lunches and dinners according to the program
- Professional guides (available in different languages) will try
to give you the best explanation of the site's history, traditions and
culture
- Tour operator and Group Leader will make you feel comfortable and assist you in case of problem 24/7
- Folklore concert Nodir Devan Begi in Bukhara
- Wine degustation in Samarkand
- Entrance fees and airplane tickets Urgench - Tashkent
- Escort guide during the trip in Uzbekistan
Program includes: India
- 06 Nights accommodation on twin sharing basis as above mentioned
hotels or similar. ( Above cost for 3-5-7-9 on triple sharing
accommodation basis.
- Daily Breakfast, lunch and dinner at hotel. (or local restaurant during the sightseeing)
- Accompanying Russian Speaking Guide for the tour
- Russian Speaking Representative assistance for arrival and departure at Delhi International Airport
- Russian Speaking Tour Manager at Head Office contactable 24 Hours
- Train ticket from - Delhi - Amritsar by Ac Chair Car
- Chauffeured air-conditioned vehicles for all transfers and sightseeing tours
- All currently applicable taxes
Program excludes: India
- Expenses of personal nature like laundry, telephone, fax,
internet, beverages, camera / video camera fee at monuments, medical
expenses, airport departure tax etc.
- Rides and Monument Entrance fees quoted as supplement (includes elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur)
- Local payments in domestic currency, such as tips and gratuities
- Domestic / International air fare
- Indian Visa Fees
- Any other services not mentioned in Price Inclusions above
- Plain tickets (Tashkent - Delhi, Amritsar - Tashkent) US$ 715
Important notes
Prices in the rate grid starting from 1 pax up to 9 pax do not
include Single supplement. Vegetarian cuisine is not widely spread in
Uzbekistan, but restaurants can offer some vegetarian meals. Tour cost
is subject to change, factoring increase in airline fare, timing, peak
periods surcharges etc. Group rates (10 and more pax) are offered upon
request. Similar standard hotels will be provided if in case mentioned
hotels are not available at the time of reservation. The above prices
include 10% of agent commission. Upon request India part can be excluded
or changed to Turkey or other Asian countries
Opportunities
In addition, our program may include special arrangements such as:
- Similar standard hotels will be provided if in case mentioned
hotels are not available at the time of reservation or does not suit
travelers
- Lunches or dinners in private homes of Uzbek families to get
closer to the traditions, culture and way of life of local people, to
see the process of baking the traditional round bread and cooking tasty
osh (pilaf)
- Different dance shows and entertainment varying from region to region in traditional costumes
- Special tours to different studios and workshops where You can see various traditional crafts in real.
You can use our suggested programs as they stand or create Your own
itinerary according to Your wishes and preferences. We will be happy to
assist you in this task.
Hotels
All hotels are located close to main sightseeing places. After a long
and tiring day of walking, you can relax and spend the night pleasantly
in those hotels.
| Stars
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| Name
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Uzbekistan
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| Type
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High class
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| Rooms
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Single($55), Double($65)
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| City
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Tashkent
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| About
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Good view, good location, good service
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| More
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Hotel Uzbekistan
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| Stars
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| Name
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Malika Classic
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| Type
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High class
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| Rooms
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Single(40$), Double($60)
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| City
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Samarkand
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| About
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Good view, good location, good service
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| More
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Hotel Malika Classic
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| Stars
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| Name
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Asia Bukhara
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| Type
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High class
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| Rooms
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Single($45), Double($55)
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| City
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Bukhara
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| About
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Good view, good location, good service
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| More
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Hotel Asia Bukhara
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