Location: Khiva
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Khiva (Uzbek: Xiva/Хива, خىۋا; Persian: خیوه, Xīveh; alternative or historical names include Khorasam, Khoresm, Khwarezm, Khwarizm, Khwarazm, Chorezm, and Persian: خوارزم) is a city of approximately 50,000 people located in Xorazm Region, Uzbekistan. According to archaeological data, the city was established in the beginning of the Christian era. It is the former capital of Khwarezmia and the Khanate of Khiva. Itchan Kala in Khiva was the first site in Uzbekistan to be inscribed in the World Heritage List (1991). The world renowned astronomer, historian and polymath, Al-Biruni (973-1048CE) was among several Muslim scholars born here.
Restaurants in Khiva
1. Friday Mosque (Juma Mosque)
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4.5 based on 466 reviews
Reviewed By Rose-Gul - Bucharest, Romania
this open air ancient mosque with its 213 beautiful carved wooden pillars will amaze you with its unique architecture. Have a look inside and notice how different the many pillars are carved.
2. Kalta Minor Minaret
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4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Vukojebinje - London, United Kingdom
For me, the minaret was Khiva. I’ve never seen anything like this, and it simply commands your attention from wherever you might be. The colours are stunning and the sheer size of it is surprising, and I don’t think that you can come to Khiva without seeing it many times. For me, this alone made the trip out to Khiva worth it. It’s a real shame that you can’t go inside - I understand that you haven’t been able to for decades.
3. Sayid Niaz Sheliker Mosque
4. Khoja Berdibai Madrasah
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3.5 based on 2 reviews
5. Abd Al Bobo Mausoleum
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
6. Hasanmurod Qushbegi Masjidi
7. Dost Alyam Madrasah
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
8. Amir Tura Madrasah
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
9. Medrese Mukhammad Arabkhan
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
10. Khusan Muhammedboy Madrassah
