The influence of this ancient Uzbek grand square stretches far across the world’s cities, from Isfahan in Iran to Agra in India and Russia’s St Petersburg It was on a bright, clear afternoon that I ...

Registan Square in the city of Samarkand is an outstanding example of urban planning in Central Asia. Its name is translated as “Sandy Place”. The true version, explaining the name of this square in ...

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The word Samarkand, for many, conjures up exotic images – from majestic blue tiled mosques to fragrant spice markets. Located in east-central Uzbekistan, it is one of the oldest cities in Central Asia ...

My journey through Samarkand left an indelible mark on my soul, forever etching marks of astonishing architecture, warm-hearted locals and extraordinary food. As the sun rose over the minarets and ...

Discover why Samarkand’s turquoise domes of Registan Square to the living Silk Road traditions are captivating history buffs to this ancient jewel in Uzbekistan. In the heart of Central Asia, a city ...

Construction of a new amphitheater near a group of renowned cultural heritage sites in the ancient Silk Road city of Samarkand appears to have damaged two of its madrasahs, or religious schools. The ...

A landlocked part of Central Asia, Uzbekistan has a somewhat understated presence within today’s international stage. However, historically, two of its major cities, Samarkand and Bukhara, have played ...

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