Khujum weaving factory
The Khujum weaving factory located in Samarkand is a place deserving attention of tourists. Everybody in the world knows the collocation “oriental carpet”. ...
Khazret-Khyzr Mosque
Oh Samarkand, entwined with legends like with vines of sweet grapes! How many amazing things have happened to you in more than two thousand years! It will j...
Memorial complex of Imam al-Bukhari
The memorial complex of Imam al-Bukhari is located almost 11 kilometres from Samarkand. It was built for the 1225th birthday of this Muslim scientist accord...
Shah-i-Zinda
The Shah-i-Zinda Mausoleum is the foremost attraction of Samarkand. It includes majestic and amazing buildings of the 14th and the 15th centuries, foundatio...
The mausoleum of Prophet Daniel
Near the healing spring located to the north of Afrasiab there is the grave of a holy man who left an indelible mark on the history of Islam — Prophet Danie...
The Siab bazaar
Central Asia is associated with architecture, fruits and, of course, with markets. Oriental bazaars are among the most popular places in this area. The Siab...
Registan Square
Oh, great Samarkand, the city of sciences and art, is there anyone in the world who does not know your most famous attraction — the Registan Square? Time...
Ulugbek Observatory
One of the most notable examples of the development of science and culture in Central Asia in the 15th century is the Ulugbek Observatory. The creation and ...