Location: Bukhara
Top Things to do in Bukhara
Countries
Top 10 Architectural Buildings in Bukhara, Bukhara Province
Bukhara (Uzbek Latin: Buxoro; Uzbek Cyrillic: Бухоро) is one of the cities of Uzbekistan. Bukhara is a city-museum, with about 140 architectural monuments. The nation's fifth-largest city, it had a population of 247,644 as of 31 August 2016. People have inhabited the region around Bukhara for at least five millennia, and the city has existed for half that time. Located on the Silk Road, the city has long served as a center of trade, scholarship, culture, and religion. UNESCO has listed the historic center of Bukhara (which contains numerous mosques and madrasas) as a World Heritage Site.
Restaurants in Bukhara
1. Volidai Abdulaziz Khan Mosque
2. Samanid Mausoleum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 468 reviews
Reviewed By andrewmU2655XD
The Ismail Samanid Mausoleum is the centerpiece of an old Soviet Park. The Park area used to be a cemetery, but the Soviet invasion of 1920 caused major damage and the park was a result of the restoration. The Samanid park is easily reached by walking south on Afrosiab Street, then west through the old memory park entrance. The Shakhrud Canal runs through the park from the old city, and can be followed to the mausoleum. The tomb is the oldest in Central Asia, and the oldest structure in Uzbekistan, as it was constructed between 892-943, and housed the remains of rulers of the Samanid dynasty. It is named after Ismail Samani who ruled between 892-907, and was the dynasty's most famous ruler. The tomb is a simple but unique design. The main feature is the gallery of ten arches at the top of the tomb, which is repeated on each side. There are beautifully decorated columns at each corner and these extend to small domes at the top surrounding the central dome. At the top of the dome is a small arched structure which can only be seen from distance. We arrived in late afternoon, so were unable to access the interior. It was rare for muslim leaders to have tombs built in their honour before the 11th century, so this is one of the earliest examples of a muslim tomb. Ismael lived between 849-907, and was famous for his success in battles in Afghanistan and Iran, and spreading the muslim faith. The tomb survived the mongol invasion of 1220, as it was buried in mud from flooding. A Soviet archaeologist, V. Shishkin, discovered the tomb in the 1930's which had three bodies inside. It was restored and made the centerpiece of the park. We had visited Tajikistan, where Ismael is a national hero, and seen many statues dedicated to him. The Tajik currency is also named in his honour. We had also visited the famous Tomb of Sultan Sanjar (of the Seljuq Dynasty) in Merv, Turkmemistan which was built over 200 years later, but is said to have been inspired by this tomb. Other attractions in the park include the ferris wheel, lake with f&b and watersports activities, zoo, memorial complex of Imom Al Bukhari and talipach gate.
3. Chor-Minor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 556 reviews
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.
4. Namazgokh Mosque
5. Abdulaziz-Khan Madrasah
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By mtmhys - Funabashi, Japan
Strongly recommend to visit! Unlike the other typical monuments, I was impressed by this colorful decoration. Additionally, there are sone souvenir shops inside. A lady at accessory shop kindly look for my favorite pierces and sold them at proper price.
6. Balyand Mosque
7. Centre Culturel Isteza
8. Mausoleum of Saif Ed-Din Bokharzi
9. Fayzabad Khanaka
10. Nodir Devon Begi Madrasasi
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 156 reviews
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.
TAGS
