10 Free Things to do in Bukhara Province That You Shouldn't Miss

June 14, 2021 Darleen Reid

Discover the best top things to do in Bukhara Province, Uzbekistan including Great Minaret of the Kalon, Lyab-i-Hauz, Mir-i-Arab Madrasa, Bakhautdin Naqsband Mausoleum, Chor-Minor, Moschea Bolo-khauz, Trading Domes, Balyand Mosque, Nodir Devon Begi Madrasasi, Kukeltash Madrasah.
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1. Great Minaret of the Kalon

Khodja Nurobobod Street, Bukhara 200100 Uzbekistan
Excellent
74%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 660 reviews

Great Minaret of the Kalon

Reviewed By fivestarholidays - Chennai (Madras), India

It is an imposing structure in old town Bukhara. It is beautiful but only to enjoy the sight from outside. Entry is not permitted. We also visited the centre to see the Minaret in the night with the streets empty. Beautifully lit is was an amazing sight.

2. Lyab-i-Hauz

B. Nakshabandi, Bukhara Uzbekistan
Excellent
49%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 437 reviews

Lyab-i-Hauz

Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia

Lyabi Khan ensemble consists of the Kukeldash Madrasah, khanaka and the Nodir Divan-begi. The centre became a large reservoir in the 17th century. This central area is busy with shops, restaurants and cafes.

3. Mir-i-Arab Madrasa

9 Khakikat St, Bukhara Uzbekistan +998 95 600 45 97 http://mirarabmadrasa.uz/oz/madrasa-tarixi
Excellent
61%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 264 reviews

Mir-i-Arab Madrasa

Reviewed By Lance_Kerwin - Tromso, Norway

Mir-i Arab Madrasah is one of the most sacred Islamic educational places throughout all of the post soviet territory. It was built during the governing period of Shaybanids in the 16th century on the trophy means won over from Ubaydulla Khan who died in 1539. The construction of Mir-i Arab Madrasah is attributed to Sheikh Abdallakh Yamani who is more well-known as Mir Arab. This madrasah is located across Kalyan mosque.

4. Bakhautdin Naqsband Mausoleum

Bukhara Uzbekistan
Excellent
52%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 107 reviews

Bakhautdin Naqsband Mausoleum

5. Chor-Minor

Khodja Nurobobod Street, Bukhara Uzbekistan
Excellent
47%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 556 reviews

Chor-Minor

Reviewed By rezasattarzadeh - Muscat, Oman

I came across Chor Minor when I was walking in the old neighborhood of Bukhar. The name literally means four minarets and it dates back to the time that Bukhara was a part of the Persian empire. The structure is very interesting and eye-pleasingly beautiful. The four minarets are accessible through a very narrow staircase for a nominal fee. Great photo opportunities on the top.

6. Moschea Bolo-khauz

Registan square, Bukhara Uzbekistan
Excellent
52%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 272 reviews

Moschea Bolo-khauz

Reviewed By nijifrank

Beautiful building, although the inside is much smaller than you'd expect from the outside. Nonetheless this is a gorgeous building and well worth the visit. Take off your shoes and sit inside for a while, and enjoy the architecture. The Imam is friendly and will chat if you know a bit of Russian.

7. Trading Domes

Mekhtar Anbar St, Bukhara Uzbekistan http://bukhara.net/magictoday/tdomes.htm
Excellent
47%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 178 reviews

Trading Domes

Reviewed By Redbackspider

The Trading Domes are a wonderful sight, particularly against a blue sky. There are a cluster of domes, with some grander than others. From the inside, the domes are amazing when the light streams through the portals. It was quiet with few tourists during my visit, so it was nice to wander around and have a good look.

8. Balyand Mosque

Tinchlik Tor St., Bukhara Uzbekistan
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Balyand Mosque

9. Nodir Devon Begi Madrasasi

Bakhowuddin Nakshbandi Street, Bukhara Uzbekistan
Excellent
35%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 156 reviews

Nodir Devon Begi Madrasasi

Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia

This forms part of the Lyabi Hauz architectural complex and is named after the vizier Nadir who ordered its construction. It was built as a caravanserai but converted when a khan (infallible) mistook it for a medressa. Check out the stunning tilework depicting a pair of peacocks holding lambs either side of a sun with a human face: contravening Islams prohibition of depicting living creatures. Reasonable craft and carpet stalls inside but you need to discuss prices - we were able to get 60% off the initial price quoted with just a short discussion.

10. Kukeltash Madrasah

Mekhtar Anbar Street, Bukhara Uzbekistan
Excellent
27%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 63 reviews

Kukeltash Madrasah

Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia

This 16th century building is the first of the Lyabi Hauz ensemble to be constructed. It once housed more than 320 students.

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