Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2001, Samarkand was the center of the ancient Silk Road. As such, the city is a heaven for travelers who enjoy contemplating at gorgeous historic buildings. This article depicts the top popular places to visit in Samarkand. Disclosure: This article may contain affiliate links. Rest assured that I would never recommend...
Bukhara is probably the most famous city in Uzbekistan to visit after Samarkand. Indeed, the city was at the center of the ancient Silk Road. It is renown for its rich history and for hosting some of the most prominent islamic scholars. In fact, the world-famous Imam Al Bukhari is one of them. This article is a collection of the best authentic places in Bukhara...
Due to its distance from the capital Tashkent, visitors sometimes leave Khiva out of their itinerary. This would be a mistake. Indeed, as a UNESCO world site heritage, Khiva contains so many historical sites that are very well preserved. Walking around the narrow streets of Itchan Kala almost makes you feel as if you travelled back in time. A time during which the...
I met some of the nicest and most wonderful people in the country of Uzbekistan. The most memorable ones were in the Autonomous Republic of Karakalpakstan. This mysterious region is home to a rich culture and a unique history. It also bears the burden of a tragic ecological disaster that still affects it to this day. This article focuses on providing you with the top...
For the most part, Tashkent will be your starting base to explore the beautiful country of Uzbekistan. It is the capital to one of the only double landlocked countries in the world along with Liechtenstein. Nevertheless, the city has much more to offer to the visitor than just being a starting base. This article focuses on providing you with the top things to do in...