Samarkand
The Crossroads of Cultures
Founded
7th century BC
Population
~550,000
UNESCO
World Heritage Site since 2001
Climate
Continental: hot summers, mild winters
Elevation
702 m above sea level
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The heart of ancient Samarkand, Registan Square is flanked by three gr…
Registan Square
From 40,000 UZS
Kok-Saray Hill (Samarkand Citadel) is a historic fortress mound in the…
Ruins of the "Kok-Saray" palace
Free entry
Mazar and memorial complex of Faqih Abu Lays Samarkandi is a sacred pi…
Mazar and memorial complex "Fakiha Abu Lais Samarkandi" (Imam al-Huda)
Free entry
Mausoleum and Complex of Imam ad-Darimi — a revered religious-memorial…
Mausoleum of "Imam ad-Darimi"
Free entry
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The essential Samarkand experience compressed into one full day — cove…
Samarkand in 1 Day
A comprehensive two-day itinerary covering all major sights plus hidde…
Samarkand in 2 Days
A scenic 5-6 km walking route through Samarkand's old city, connecting…