Uzbekistan

Tomb of Prophet Daniel

Probably the only tomb in the world that needs to be enlarged from time to time - because the body inside continues ... [more]

Char Minar

A modest building in the middle of old Bukhara, Char Minar does not draw the crowds like the main sights do, and ... [more]

Bukhara Ark

Once the location of the royal court, the Ark in Bukhara was a well protected town and fortress until it was largely ... [more]

Kontepa Bazaar

Large and colourful, Kontepa Bazaar is one of the most interesting markets of the country, and offers an opportunity ... [more]

Bukhara Jewish Cemetery

An extensive cemetery in the outskirts of Bukhara, the Jewish Cemetery is a reminder of the important Jewish community ... [more]

Khiva

A high density of historical buildings squeezed into an area that can be walked in half an hour, Khiva could be ... [more]

Shah-i-Zinda mausolea

A little outside the area with the main sights of Samarkand, the ensemble of mausolea of Shah-i-Zinda certainly ... [more]

Guri Amir Mausoleum

The outside might be called modest, but the interior of the mausoleum where the most famous son of Samarkand is ... [more]

Kalon Minaret

Probably the oldest minaret in Central Asia, Kalon minaret was also used as a watchtower in times of war, but ... [more]

Mir-i-Arab Medressa

One of the main sights of Bukhara, the Mir-i-Arab medressa is best seen in the late afternoon. It is also one ... [more]

Registan

The inevitable must-see in Samarkand, and indeed, in Central Asia, is the Registan: an ensemble of three magnificent ... [more]

Sokh

A fascinating curiosity hidden in the foothills of the Pamir mountain range, Sokh is surrounded by Kyrgyzstan, ... [more]

Kokand

One of the main cities along the ancient Silk Road, Kokand has the Khudayar Khan Palace as its jewel, Jami mosque ... [more]

Around the World in 80 Clicks

Personal travel impressions both in words and images from Uzbekistan. Clicking on the pictures enlarges them and enables you to send the picture as a free e-card or download it for personal use, for instance, on your weblog. Or click on the map above to visit more places in Asia.
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