Age
0+
Group size
1-15
Transport
On foot
Language
English
Duration
4 hours
About this experience
In the morning or evening coolness, you will take a walk around the city and see the historical gems of the East. You will learn why the square in the center of Samarkand is called sandy, although there is no sand there. You will hear the legend of the architect's love for the wife of the founder of the Timurid empire. And you will also get acquainted with the customs and traditions of our region.
What to expect
- Gur-Emir Mausoleum - the tomb of Tamerlane. Also buried here are his sons Mīrānshāh and Shāhrukh and grandson Ulugh Beg.
- Registan Square - the heart of ancient Samarkand. You will learn why it is called a sandy place.
- Bibi-Khanym Mosque - a cathedral mosque from the 15th century. You will hear the legend of how the architect fell in love with Timur's wife, who was overseeing the construction.
- Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis - an architectural ensemble of mausoleums of the Karakhanid and Timurid nobility. We will explain why this place is called the city of the dead, although the name translates as 'living king'.
- Ulugh Beg Observatory - one of the most significant observatories of the Middle Ages. It was built by the ruler of the Turkic state of the Timurids, the enlightener and astronomer Ulugh Beg.
Organizational details
- Additional expenses: entrance tickets to all attractions - approximately $16/person
- After the second monument, we will stop at a cafe for tea, pastries, and samosas
- Depending on the situation on the roads and queues at the sights, the tour may take up to 6 hours
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