Samarkand Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

In the famous city of Silk Road, #Uzbekistan Travel # Samarkand's Registan Square, there are three magnificent seminaries ## In the center of Tilla-Kari Theological Seminary, there is a room appearance is not amazing The interior is so magnificent and beautifully decorated, Tilla-Kari means "covering with gold"

Registan Square

Visiting Registan Square is to encounter outstanding history and beauty. Registan Square is located in the historic city of Samarkand in Uzbekistan. One of the most famous tourist attractions in the Islamic world, Registan Square is a place with very important historical buildings. When I entered Registan Square, I was stopped by the beauty of the architecture and the splendor of the design. The square is surrounded by three main buildings: the Ulugh Beg Madrasah, the Tillya-Kori Madrasah, and the Sher-Dor Madrasah. The construction of these religious schools dates back to the 15th and 17th centuries and is decorated with beautiful mosaics and ornaments that express the cultural heritage of the region. I had the opportunity to explore each building individually, each with its unique elegance and delicate details. The carved arcades, decorative domes, and double windows reflected the skills of the craftsmen who built these schools. I was amazed by the intricate details of the mosaics and the murals depicting landscapes and historical scenes. One of the amazing things about Registan Square is the energy of the square itself. The square was bustling with both tourists and locals, and the presence of people gave it vitality and activity. There was an atmosphere of joy and vibrancy as people moved around, interacting with the sights and enjoying the beautiful ambiance. Visiting Registan Square was an unforgettable experience. It gave me the opportunity to discover the beauty of Uzbek architecture and ancient history. If you are planning a trip to Samarkand, I highly recommend visiting Registan Square, which is at the heart of Uzbek history and beauty.

Recommendations for Samarkand | Spend a morning and an evening in Registan

During your time in Samarkand, stay close to Registan to witness its sunrise and sunset, daytime and nighttime, as each moment brings out a unique charm of Registan. Three madrasahs stand on three sides of the square: the 15th-century Ulugbek Madrassa, the 17th-century Tilla Kari Mosque and Madrasah, and the 18th-century Shir Dor Madrasah. 👉🏾 Currently, these madrasahs have been turned into bazaars, selling clothing and handicrafts that are very common in Uzbek tourist spots. 🌅 Sunrise In the early morning, the sun rises from the direction of the monument on the east side, gradually illuminating the buildings on the square. At this time, there are no tourists in Registan Square, and sitting on the steps, one can enjoy the tranquility of the moment and closely observe these magnificent buildings. It is even better if there are some clouds in the sky. 🌇 Evening Sunset There are tourists, as well as locals taking wedding photos. Wander in front of the madrasahs, and the long staircases are the preferred spots for many to showcase their portrait photography skills. 💡 At 7:30 PM, the lights on the square are turned on. At this moment, the sky is not completely dark yet, and the red glow of the sunset still lingers on the horizon. I think this is the most beautiful time in Registan. 💡 Light show from 9-10 PM 🎫 Ticket: 50,000 Som (single use, no re-entry) 🔸 Sunrise: Do not enter, take photos from the perimeter 🔸 Evening: Enter one hour before sunset, tour the interior, wait for sunset and lighting 🔸 Light show: Can be viewed from the perimeter

Took me back to Ancient Times

Registan Square was one of the most beautiful architectures I've seen with rich history. The blue domes are not just paint covering the whole dome but it's pieced together tile by tile which can only be seen if you are there in person. It's amazing how ancestors built this without modern machinery or equipment we have today. Went back to the attraction at night to take the night view and it was lovely as well. This is a must go if you visit Samarkand in Uzbekistan! #samarkand

!!! Shah-i-Zinda, Samarkand !!!

Samarkand is heart of the Silk Road. Samarkand is one of the historical place in whole Central Asia which located in Uzbekistan. You can consider this city as a one big museum with ancient history with local people who are very welcome. Shahi i Zinda one of the top historic place in Samarkand. It is one of the a few original buildings from 12-14 century. You can take there awesome pictures and spend some time with yourself and with your thoughts. To enter Shahi i Zinda you need to buy tickets. You can easily see everything in 1 hour if you don’t want to stop too much and take a lot of pictures for your Insta. #travelinspiration #mytripvlog #2023travelwish #tripblazers #urbanexplorer #samarkand #summervacation #awesomepic #shahizinda #mra

How to Immerse Yourself in the 'One Year and One Night' Experience in Samarkand

If Samarkand is the essence of tourism in Uzbekistan, then the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis is the essence of Samarkand. Walking through the avenue of tombs, the blue tombs on both sides are spectacular and breathtaking, as if you are walking in the mysterious and ancient stories of 'One Year and One Night'. But if you want to immerse yourself more deeply in the experience of 'One Thousand and One Nights', here are some tips: 1: Time Suggestion: It's best to visit before 8 a.m. when the light is the best and there are fewer tourists; or after 6 p.m. when the light is also good, but there will be more visitors. The day ticket allows for unlimited entries on the same day, so you can visit at both times to see the difference. 2: Clothing Suggestion (Important): Highly saturated local ethnic style clothing is highly recommended, and women can take beautiful photos with any pose. If you don't have your own ethnic clothing, there are local style robes available for free at the entrance for female tourists to cover up, and you can borrow one according to your preference. The green robe in the picture was borrowed by a companion at the entrance, and instantly transformed the wearer into an assassin from 'One Year and One Night'. 3: Photo Spot Suggestion: Avenue of Tombs: There are several good spots here, the first picture is taken at the second tomb after coming up the stairs, and you can also adjust the angle according to the light to find your own spot. Innermost part of the tombs: This place is also very photogenic when the light is good, especially when looking back through the archway to see the entire avenue of tombs, which is very impressive. Moreover, the entire area is already very exquisite, and even tourist snapshots look great. The above are the highlights of my trip to Samarkand, worth sharing with family and friends.

Samarkand, a world cultural heritage treasure in Uzbekistan.

ARSITEKTURPEDIA 🧿Samarkand, the setting of "One Thousand and One Nights", is located in Uzbekistan and was founded in the 3rd century BC. In the 14th century, it was the capital of the Timurid Empire. 🧿In 2001, Samarkand, with a history of 2750 years, was listed as a world heritage site. Located at the intersection of China and the Middle East on the Silk Road, it is also known as the "place where cultures meet". 🧿The word "Samarkand" in Sogdian means "stone city", perhaps because of this, it has such a magnificent blue architectural wonder. The architectural style is characterized by blue mosaic, gold thread decoration, and geometric three-dimensional structure, which deeply influenced the urban planning and architectural development of many distant regions. 🧿Xia Yi Shinda Tomb Group Xia Yi Xinda, meaning "King of Eternal Life", is a tomb complex for the relatives and nobles of Emperor Timur, including a magnificent tomb avenue and forty-four tombs. 🧿Registan Square It is the ancient central square of the city, surrounded by three Islamic school buildings built in the 15th to 17th centuries. 🧿Gur-Emir Mausoleum Built between 1403 and 1404, it is the tomb of Tamerlane, the Turco-Mongol conqueror, whose architectural style influenced Mughal architecture, including the Taj Mahal.

Visa-free destination, Uzbekistan's Avenue of the Dead.

Another visa-free destination added, Uzbekistan on the Silk Road offers a 10-day visa-free stay to check off the most iconic Silk Road sites, with Samarkand being the most famous among them. Samarkand, besides the iconic Registan, also has many ancient buildings worth exploring. ShakhiZinda mausoleum complex is another must-see place in Samarkand. In the 7th century, KusamIbnAbbas, the cousin of Muhammad, came to preach in the river area but was killed. Hundreds of years later, Timur rebuilt the tomb of this preacher, and his heirs built several tombs around Abbas's tomb, forming a magnificent tomb avenue. Various styles of decorations are displayed in front of you, like entering a mythical kingdom. Second Traffic: It takes about half an hour to walk from Registan Square. Along the way, you will pass by souvenir street, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Hazrat Khizr Mosque and other attractions. You can visit them all on the way. If you don't want to walk, you can also take a taxi directly. Tips: Not only tourists, but also locals often come for pilgrimage. So if you want fewer people, you can wake up early, take a taxi and go there, and then sweep back in the opposite direction towards Registan Square.

a truly fantastic place in Central asia. Uzbekistan

SAMARKAND UZBEKISTAN

It's almost a week now. After spending some time in Kazakhstan I flew to Teshkent, and after a few days now I'm in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Samarkand has been at the crossroads of world cultures since thousands of years ago and one of the most important sites on the Silk Routes traversing Central Asia. It was invaded & destroyed by Ghangis Khan and his Mongul armies when they conquered the area in 1220s, although by the early 1330s the famous Arab traveller Ibn Battuta visited Samarkand and described it as "one of the greatest and finest of cities, and most perfect of them in beauty" This is Registan ... means a sand place. In the ancient times, this central square was covered by sand. Registan square has always been the center of the city social life in Samarkand .The great architectural ensemble that has become a monument of the oriental architecture. It is a valuable gift that Uzbeks had inherited from their ancestors, embodying the entire charm of the eastern architecture. I think I explore this place through & though ... Even climb up to the top of minaret ( which is not worth the climb) If you love photography & architecture ... This place can be overwhelming. I think Kazakstan and Uzbekistan people are both friendly, but Uzbeks are more curious towards foreigners and more than willing to help if asked. While people in Almaty I think used to having a foreigners but quite shy when being approached for a direction. But I'll spend some more time in Kazakhstan next month, will see if it'll change my opinion of them. My first stop the other day was Almaty, Kazakstan. So I ride a public bus from airport to the city center. I'm sort of knew which bus I have to take and which bus stop I suppose to get off and change to another bus. But I'm totally underestimate the difficulty to navigate through cyrillic writing signage & lack of english speaker, I also overestimated my sense of direction without map & internet😂 . Maka terlepaslah bus stop yang sepatutnya dan terlajak lebih 30 minit, jadinya terpaksa la amik another bas untuk patah balik. Kena pulak time rush hour, berkicap la jugak berhimpit dalam bus tu. Sepatutnya perjalanan amik masa sejam setengah ja tapi 3 jam baru sampai 😆. PS : The struggle to find a decent internet connection in Central Asia is real 😅

Samarkand, the magnificent city shining on the ancient Silk Road.

❤️Oh my god, I envy myself for having been to Samarkand. The first sight I saw in Samarkand was Registan Square, which stunned me completely. It was so shocking that there could be such beautiful architecture in the world. 📸If you have time, it is recommended to stay in Samarkand for at least two days! After traveling thousands of kilometers to get here, how can you just take a glance and leave? At least feel the charm of this dazzling city and wander in the blue ocean of buildings. · 📩Samarkand Day Tour Itinerary: 💌Guri Amir - Bibi-Khanym Mosque - Hazrat Khizr Mosque - Shah-i-Zinda - Afrasiyab Settlement - Registan · 🔸Guri-Emil Mausoleum: Admission fee 30,000 soms. On Timur's tombstone it was written, "The person who opens this tomb will be defeated by someone more terrible than me." In 1941, the Soviets opened Timur's tomb, and the next day, Hitler launched an attack on the Soviet Union. What a miraculous prophecy. · 🔹Bibi-Khanym Mosque: Admission fee of 30,000 som. The Bibi Heybat Mosque once collapsed in an earthquake, and now it has been rebuilt and restored on the original site. · 🔶Xia Yisinda: I checked in at the high place of Shakhristan in summer, looking at the nearby tombstones and the distant snow-capped mountains. The scenery around Samarkand must be beautiful. · 🔷Registan: Tickets cost 50,000 som. This is a solemn and slanted academy of Confucianism, where you can see the blue mosaic brick buildings with intricate and beautiful floral decorations, which is really hard not to love. The domes, spires, majestic and magnificent Timurid architecture are fully displayed in Registan, no wonder Alexander once said: "Everything I heard about Samarkand is true, except that it is more beautiful than I imagined." · ♥️Believe me, if you see Samarkand with your own eyes, you will definitely feel very happy.

One day, I will return

Everything I heard about Samarkand is true, only it's even more spectacular than I imagined. Today, I finally stepped into the world of my dreams...

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