About Samarkand
Samarkand's blue-tiled monuments—the Registan, Guri Amir mausoleum, and Bibi Khanum Mosque—represent the pinnacle of Timurid Islamic architecture. The Registan's three madrassas display intricate tilework (kashi) in lapis lazuli blues; sunlight transforms the tiles' colour hourly. Samarkand was Timur's 14th-century capital; the Silk Road wealth funded this beauty.
Country
Uzbekistan
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
UZS
Language
Uzbek, Russian, English
Things to do in Samarkand
Marveling at the Registan's three madrassas at different times of day for changing light
Visiting Guri Amir mausoleum containing Timur's tomb and cenotaph
Exploring the Bibi Khanum Mosque's vast courtyard and intricate tile work
Shopping the Siab Bazaar for spices, silk, and Uzbek handicrafts
Eating plov (rice pilaf), samosas, and tea at traditional chaikhanas
Staying in Old Samarkand guesthouses converted from traditional homes
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