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UZYour door to the blue domes of Samarkand
The city of a thousand and one nights is an important place on the Silk Road, a crossroads of different cultures and is considered the pearl of the East. The city of Samarkand, the second largest and most influential city in Uzbekistan, leaves no one indifferent who sets foot there. Discovering all its treasures with over 2,750 years of history is a magical experience.
The labyrinth of alleys stretching from Registan Square in the city center is characterized by blue domes, mosques and, above all, an atmosphere full of legends. It is not surprising that thanks to all these factors, Samarkand has become a popular destination for those looking for a unique and exotic trip.
A unique place in the world
They say that in ancient Persia, the daughter of the vizier of King Shahriar, Scheherazade, told the monarch a fantastic story every evening before going to bed. Over the course of a thousand and one nights, he told stories such as “Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp,” “Sinbad the Sailor,” and “Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves.” This is the basic structure of the collection of stories "A Thousand and One Nights", and the main character of many of them is Samarkand, an ostentatious city.
Samarkand
Shahi Zinda is a historical complex in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Its name translates as "Tomb of the Living King". The complex is a necropolis and includes many mausoleums and minarets, decorated with exquisite ceramic tiles and ornaments. The architecture of Shahi Zinda is a prime example of medieval Islamic art and architecture.
Registan is a famous architectural complex in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, which is considered one of the outstanding examples of Islamic architecture. The name "Registan" is translated as "sandy place". The complex is located in a square surrounded by three majestic madrassas (Islamic educational institutions).
Gur-Emir is a mausoleum in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, which served as the tomb of Timur (Timurid Emperor) and his descendants. The name "Gur-Emir" is translated as "Tomb of the Lord". Gur-Emir is an important historical and cultural monument, reflecting the greatness of the Timurid Empire and the architectural achievements of that time.