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Uzbekistan
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Samarkand Province
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Samarkand District
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Samarkand
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Samarkand city history, architecture and the culture tour
6 h
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Stop At: Gur Emir Mausoleum, Samarkand Uzbekistan
See the magnificent mausoleum of Amir Temur. The entrance portal and the interior decoration are the highest points of the architectural development in Central Asia. Take great photos and explore the interior and the surrounding areas of Gur-Emir mausoleum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Registan St, Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan
The heart of Samarkand, "the pearl of the orient" are the names of this magic place in Samarkand - Registan. We will explore the courtyards and the interiors of each madrasah. Great for photography.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Ulugh Beg Observatory, Samarkand Uzbekistan
In this museum which is located in the hill outside of Samarkand city we will see the remains of Ulugbek's observatory which was built in the beginning of 15 century. It is considered to be one of the biggest observatories of that epoch and united many famous astronomers. We will explore the remains of the gigantic sextant and the nearby museum.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Shah-i-Zinda, Samarkand Uzbekistan
The necropolis which means "dead city" is located in the hills of the ancient city Afrosiab - first settlement of Samarkand. This place is considered to be the workshop of the local architects and the craftsmen which is why it is a "gem of Samarkand". We will see many mausoleums of Timurids family and the unique architectural style of each building.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Bibi Khanym Mosque, Guzarskiy Lane, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan
The gigantic mosque built by Amir Temur is standing now near the oldest bazaars in the city - Siab bazar or market. The size of the building is impressive and is one of the biggest in Central Asia at that time. We will explore the interior courtyard and the two small mosques on the sides and the main mosque in the middle.
Duration: 30 minutes
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Gur Emir Mausoleum, Samarkand Uzbekistan
See the magnificent mausoleum of Amir Temur. The entrance portal and the interior decoration are the highest points of the architectural development in Central Asia. Take great photos and explore the interior and the surrounding areas of Gur-Emir mausoleum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Registan St, Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan
The heart of Samarkand, "the pearl of the orient" are the names of this magic place in Samarkand - Registan. We will explore the courtyards and the interiors of each madrasah. Great for photography.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Ulugh Beg Observatory, Samarkand Uzbekistan
In this museum which is located in the hill outside of Samarkand city we will see the remains of Ulugbek's observatory which was built in the beginning of 15 century. It is considered to be one of the biggest observatories of that epoch and united many famous astronomers. We will explore the remains of the gigantic sextant and the nearby museum.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Shah-i-Zinda, Samarkand Uzbekistan
The necropolis which means "dead city" is located in the hills of the ancient city Afrosiab - first settlement of Samarkand. This place is considered to be the workshop of the local architects and the craftsmen which is why it is a "gem of Samarkand". We will see many mausoleums of Timurids family and the unique architectural style of each building.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Bibi Khanym Mosque, Guzarskiy Lane, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan
The gigantic mosque built by Amir Temur is standing now near the oldest bazaars in the city - Siab bazar or market. The size of the building is impressive and is one of the biggest in Central Asia at that time. We will explore the interior courtyard and the two small mosques on the sides and the main mosque in the middle.
Duration: 30 minutes
Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Gur Emir Mausoleum
- Entry/Admission - Registan
- Entry/Admission - Ulugh Beg Observatory
- Entry/Admission - Shah-i-Zinda
- Entry/Admission - Bibi Khanym Mosque
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
85%
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