In Chimbay, Uzbekistan, an elderly craftsman builds a yurt while a young apprentice learns to play the Kobyz, an ancient bowed instrument. Both the Kobyz and the yurt were recently inscribed on UNESCO’s Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage, highlighting their cultural significance and the urgent need for preservation due to declining traditional craftsmanship. The Kobyz, rooted in Turkic traditions, faces threats from a lack of skilled makers, while yurts, once essential for nomadic life, now serve as cultural spaces for tourists. The recognition by UNESCO emphasizes the importance of safeguarding these traditions for future generations.