These 7 destinations highlight region's ancient heritage and breathtaking landscapes, making them must-visit spots Samarkand ... the National Museum, and the imposing Somoni Monument ...
When visiting Uzbekistan, it's wise to pack comfy clothes that can adapt to the seasons. Think light attire for summer and cozy layers for winter.
Samarkand is one of the jewels of Central Asia ... leaving the few visitors who make it here feel like the kid with the keys to the museum after dark. It’s not all ancient in Uzbekistan.
DAY 4: SAMARKAND TO KARSHI AND CONTINUE TO THE MAIDANAK ... Itchan Kala, the walled inner city of Khiva, is like an open-air museum, with some of the most remarkable examples of Central Asian ...
The BBC visits a bakery where 10,000 loaves of the fabled Samarkand bread are hand-rolled ... Discover a century of film at the Academy Museum, home to 52 million objects bringing cinematic ...
a fortress 30 kilometers to the southeast of central Samarkand, during an excavation by institutions including Tezukayama University in Nara and the National Museum of Ethnology in Suita ...