Samarkand
The Jewel of the Silk Road
A City of Majestic Beauty
A "crossroad of cultures" for over two millennia, Samarkand is one of the most evocative names in travel. Its skyline is a breathtaking panorama of turquoise domes, soaring minarets, and monumental gateways covered in intricate tilework. Walking through Samarkand is like stepping into the pages of "One Thousand and One Nights," a city that continues to mesmerize travelers just as it did merchants on the ancient Silk Road.
Top Attractions in Samarkand
Registan Square
The breathtaking heart of ancient Samarkand, a stunning ensemble of three madrasahs famed for their intricate tilework.
Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
The majestic final resting place of the great conqueror Tamerlane (Amir Temur), with its iconic fluted azure dome.
Bibi-Khanym Mosque
One of the Islamic world's largest mosques, a monumental structure built by Tamerlane for his favorite wife.
Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis
A stunning "Avenue of Mausoleums" featuring some of the richest tilework in the Muslim world.