Samarkand is known to us for a considerable history: it was the capital of Tamerlane, it was conquered by Macedonian, it was a stage of the “Silk Road”. And Samarkand is the cultural capital and the center of science of medieval Asia. And nowadays, it is a magical city of beloved oriental tales.
It is more profitable to buy a ticket for a flight to Tashkent itself. And then get to Samarkand, but already on land transport. For example, express Tashkent – Samarkand – Bukhara.
For this trip, Russian citizens will not need a visa to get to Tashkent. Only a passport is required. Currency: Uzbek sum.
The main attraction of Samarkand is Registan Square. There are three buildings, the patterned walls of which are entirely covered with oriental patterns. These are Muslim educational institutions – madrassas.
In general, patterned walls in Samarkand are a feature of national architecture.
The place of worship is the cathedral mosque of Bibi-Khanym. Nearby is the mausoleum of Tamerlane and his descendants Gur-Emir. In the memorial complex of Shahi Zinda, the sisters of Tamerlane are laid to rest.
In this ancient, exotic, city there are a great many mausoleums, many tombs, and each of them deserves the attention of tourists.
The sun of Samarkand mercilessly bakes, therefore, museums – arts and local history will help to hide from it, as well as spend time with benefit. You can visit the famous, very beautiful, Ulugbek Observatory. This building has a circular shape, in which tables are displayed, very ancient, with the image of celestial bodies. Here you can see a medieval instrument for space computing.
To try – it is necessary, of course, the real Uzbek pilaf! Samsa with meat filling. Be sure to taste the cakes that are cooked in the tandoor. Oriental sweets, famous all over the world. And fruits, lots of fruits, locally grown: melon, apricots, quinces.
Bring home – dishes and ceramics. Silk clothes. Green tea. Dried apricots.
