• Kukaldosh Madrasah - Experience the Majestic Architecture: The Kokaldosh Madrasah stands as one of Tashkent’s oldest and largest religious schools, originating from the 16th century (circa 1570). Visitors can admire its traditional Islamic architectural style, which includes a spacious courtyard, a grand entrance portal (peshtak) approximately 20 meters high, two-story balconies, and corner towers (guldasta). The façade often retains traces of its historical decor, featuring majolica and glazed bricks in traditional hues such as turquoise, blue, white, and ochre.
  Explore the Courtyard and Hujras: Visitors can likely wander through the inner courtyard, surrounded by hujras – the monastic cells where students once resided and studied. These two-story structures form the courtyard’s perimeter.
• Chorsu - Discover the Iconic Blue Domes: Chorsu Bazaar is renowned for its series of large, blue-tiled domes that cover the main market areas. This impressive architectural landmark is visible from afar and up close as visitors explore the market.
  The bazaar is expansive and organized into various sections, each offering a unique selection of goods.
  Fresh Produce: Abundant displays of colorful fruits, vegetables, and herbs, many of which are seasonal and locally sourced.
  Spices and Dried Fruits:
  Meat and Dairy: Sections featuring fresh meat, including the local delicacy kazy (horse meat sausage), and a variety of dairy products like katyk (yogurt-like sour milk) and kurt (dried salty cheese balls).
  Bread (Lepeshka): Stalls filled with different types of traditional Uzbek flatbread, baked in tandoor ovens.
  Handicrafts and Souvenirs: Traditional clothing such as chapans (quilted robes) and do’ppi (traditional skullcaps), ceramics, jewelry, carpets, and other handmade crafts can be found here.
• Broadway Alley - Enjoy a Stroll along the Pedestrian Street: The main activity is simply walking along the paved alleyway, soaking in the lively atmosphere. It’s a popular spot for both locals and tourists to take a leisurely walk.
  Browse Local Artwork: Broadway Alley is famous for its numerous artists displaying and selling their paintings, sketches, and other artwork directly on the street. This offers a wonderful opportunity to appreciate local artistic talent and perhaps purchase a unique souvenir.
  Enjoy Live Performances: Street performers, musicians, and sometimes dancers often entertain the crowds. The atmosphere can be quite festive, especially in the evenings.
  Shop for Souvenirs and Crafts: Alongside the artwork, visitors will likely find vendors selling various souvenirs, handicrafts, and local products. It’s an excellent place to pick up mementos of the trip.
• Amir Temur Square - Admire the Amir Temur Monument: The centerpiece of the square is a majestic statue of Amir Temur (also known as Tamerlane) seated on horseback. This impressive bronze monument is a focal point and a popular spot for photographs.
  Observing the Architecture: The square is surrounded by significant and architecturally interesting buildings, including:
  The State Museum of Temurid History: This museum, with its distinctive blue-tiled dome, is dedicated to the era of Amir Temur and his dynasty. Visitors can explore exhibits showcasing artifacts, manuscripts, and historical information related to this period.
  The Tashkent Chimes (Kuranty): A notable clock tower and musical chimes located near the square.
  The Uzbekistan Hotel: A historic hotel with grand architecture facing the square.
• Uzbekistan Hotel - The Hotel Uzbekistan in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is a prominent example of Soviet-style Brutalist architecture, built in 1974 as a leading luxury hotel during the Communist era, located near Amir Temur Square.
• Metro Tashkent - Discover Ornate Stations: The Tashkent Metro is renowned for its uniquely decorated stations, each with its own theme. Visitors can admire stunning architecture, intricate mosaics, grand chandeliers, carved alabaster, and more. Many stations reflect aspects of Uzbek culture, history, and even space exploration.
  The Kosmonavtlar (Cosmonauts) station is themed around space, featuring blue ceramic walls with portraits of cosmonauts and a ceiling that represents the Milky Way.
  Example: The Alisher Navoi station showcases Islamic architectural elements with blue and gold layered domes and ceramic tile art depicting scenes from the poet’s works.

Pakhtakor (Cotton Worker) station has colorful mosaics representing Uzbekistan’s cotton industry.

• Navoi Opera Theater - Admire the Stunning Architecture: The theater building itself is a masterpiece, blending European architectural styles with oriental design elements. Designed by Alexey Shchusev (who also designed Lenin’s Mausoleum in Moscow), visitors can see majestic columns, arched windows, and intricate details both inside and out.
  Exterior: Look for the tall arches reminiscent of madrasahs and towers resembling the minarets of Bukhara. The building is often beautifully lit at night, making it a photogenic spot. A “singing” fountain often operates in front of the theater.
  Interior: Each of the six side foyers (Tashkent, Bukhara, Khorezm, Samarkand, Fergana, and Termez halls) showcases the unique architectural styles of these different regions of Uzbekistan, featuring marble floors, hand-carved wooden panels, gold-painted ceilings, and colorful mosaics. The main auditorium is adorned with gilt ornaments.
• Tashkent TV Tower - To save time, the Tashkent TV tower will be viewed from outside as it operates until 8 pm. Nearby are the Memorial Complex and Besh Kazan Pilaf Center. From the memorial complex, visitors can capture great photos with the Tashkent TV tower.
• Besh Qozon Pilaf Center - Witness the Plov Preparation: The highlight is undoubtedly watching the chefs expertly prepare massive amounts of plov in the large cauldrons (kazan).
  Savor Authentic Uzbek Plov: Visitors can taste freshly cooked plov, considered Uzbekistan’s national dish. Besh Qozon is a prime spot to try it in Tashkent. They offer various types of plov, including tea house plov, wedding plov, and special plov.
  Explore the Atmosphere: The Pilaf Center is a bustling place, filled with locals and tourists alike.
• Memorial to the Victims of Repression in Tashkent - Experience the Somber Memorial Complex: The central feature is a poignant memorial dedicated to the victims of political repression throughout Uzbekistan’s history. Visitors will see symbolic statues and architectural elements designed to evoke remembrance and reflection.
  Reflect on History: The atmosphere is generally quiet and respectful, encouraging visitors to contemplate the past and the sacrifices made. Information plaques or guided tours might provide historical context about the periods of repression.
  Explore the Landscaped Grounds: The square is often well-maintained with gardens and pathways, offering a peaceful environment for a stroll.
  Learn About Uzbekistan’s 20th Century: A visit here provides insight into a significant and often difficult part of Uzbekistan’s 20th-century history, particularly the Soviet era.

• Private transportation
• Fuel
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Lunch
• Entrence fees

This is a private tour. If you are a family, arrangements can be made for a guide and minivan for your journey.

Discover Samarkand: A Journey Through Time & Wonder

“Explore the essence of the ancient Silk Road civilization on this enchanting Samarkand city tour.

Engaging Storytelling: Our knowledgeable guides share fascinating stories, bringing the history and legends of Samarkand to life.
Beyond the Tourist Path: We explore beyond the usual tourist routes, revealing hidden treasures and offering unique insights into this captivating city.
Customized Experience: The tour is tailored to your interests, whether you’re passionate about art, a history enthusiast, or simply in search of an unforgettable cultural adventure.
Genuine Local Interactions: Connect with local artisans, savor delicious regional dishes, and gain insights into the everyday life of Samarkand’s residents.

Registan Square:
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Necropolis of Shakhi-Zinda:
Ulugh Beg Observatory
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