About Khiva
Khiva's entire old city walls enclose a living museum—every building appears authentically medieval though many were rebuilt recently. The Kalta Minor minaret remains intentionally unfinished; the Juma Mosque contains 112 carved wooden columns. Khiva served as a Silk Road oasis-city controlling water trade; its walls preserved it from modern development.
Country
Uzbekistan
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
UZS
Language
Uzbek, Russian, English
Things to do in Khiva
Walking the old city walls on foot experiencing every alley and building
Visiting the Juma Mosque and touching its ancient wooden columns
Exploring the Kalta Minor minaret and Tash Hauli palace courtyards
Climbing the city walls for panoramic views of the old and new city
Shopping for traditional Khivan carpets and suzani embroidery in bazaars
Staying in restored caravanserais and experiencing traditional Uzbek hospitality
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