Cities: KHIVA
The oldest region of Central Asia, Sogdiana is now open to you. The Canaan Travel company has prepared this tour for those who are interested in the history and spiritual content of life. ‘Sogda’ in translation means “Sacred”, it’s not just a region, it’s a whole story with centuries-old customs and culture. You will begin your journey from the capital of Uzbekistan, where you will know the traditions, foundations and modern way of life, ancient settlements in the capital area and the beauties of old buildings. Samarkand and Bukhara will open you the most vivid of their sides, in order to win a place in your hearts from the first seconds.
These amazing cities are saturated with highly spiritual and highly cultured splendor. Enchanting guests, we make people look at the usual things differently. The colossal forces were invested during the entire existence of these cities so that every traveler was struck by the splendor and richness of the colors. The center of ancient Sogdiana was Samarkand and the soul was Bukhara. These cities are bound by centuries of unbreakable threads. Every era the rulers were replaced, and after every ruler the cities have so much heritage that will last for many centuries. This tour is ideal for those who have little free time and want to capture, as they say, “all at once.” It was for you and the tour program was developed so that you could get exhaustive positive emotions.
Kunya-Ark fortress “city in a city”. Here you can find the Khan’s mosque, the residence of the khan, the supreme court, the khan’s reception – khurinish-khani, powder factory, mint, harem, kitchens, stables, guardhouse, etc. In the southern part of kurinish-khani there was a throne room with a two-column aiwan (terrace). In the middle of the hall was a yurt. Iwan was decorated with blue and white majolica and a delightful ornament.
Visits to historical sites:
Tash Hovli Palace
Madrassah Muhammad Aminhana
Madrassah Muhammad Rahimkhan
Minaret Kalta-Minor
Islam Hodge minaret
The multi-column mosque of Juma. The mosque was built in the 10th century, has 212 carved wooden columns. She accommodated all the men of the city who came to her for a Friday service.
The Pakhlavan Mahmud complex is the burial place of the famous poet in Khorezm, who was considered the patron saint of Khiva. The main hall of the mausoleum played the role of the tomb of the Khiva khans.
