Top Things to do in Uzbekistan
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Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan
Discover the best top things to do in Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan including Registan, Tashkent Chimes, Monument to Poles Interned In Uzbekistan During The Years Of War, Buddhist Temple, Lyab-i-Hauz, Samanid Mausoleum, Chor-Minor, Moschea Bolo-khauz, Trading Domes, Fayoztepa.
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1. Registan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,737 reviews
The centerpiece of the city is one of the most important monuments of Islamic arts.
Reviewed By kterziyski - Plovdiv, Bulgaria
The most well-known sightseeing spot of Samarkand, Uzbekistan, and Central Asia...at least! Also a UNESCO world heritage site. You will definitely want to visit it several times. Marvel the intricate details, enter the shops and interact freely with the merchants. Chances are, you may be actively invited to. You will not be pressed to buy anything, but I bet you will. As a nice souvenir, try to find a 200 som bill (not easy, I got one as a change in a metro station in Tashkent) and keep it! Return when the sun has set for a different view of the square...If you are lucky as we were, you may witness a nice light show!
2. Tashkent Chimes
3. Monument to Poles Interned In Uzbekistan During The Years Of War
4. Buddhist Temple
5. Lyab-i-Hauz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 437 reviews
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.
6. Samanid Mausoleum
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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.
7. Chor-Minor
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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.
8. Moschea Bolo-khauz
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4.5 based on 272 reviews
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.
9. Trading Domes
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4.5 based on 178 reviews
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.
10. Fayoztepa
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By andrewmU2655XD
We visited Fayaz Tepa as part of an organised tour. A Fayaz Tepa visit does not require the same permits as a Karaz Tepa visit, as it is not in the border patrol base. On entering the complex, to the right there is an example of how the buildings in the complex may have appeared. The complex is divided into three main parts; accommodation & ancillary buildings, dining room with kitchen and a religious area. The first sight is the 10 meter high dome which was installed to protect the stupa within. The stupa is approximately 8 meters, and can only be viewed by climbing through the small window to access the interior. Another 3 meter stupa is within this larger stupa. There were specks of gold paint on the stupa, and an area where incense was burnt. Stupas are built to store religious items which are important to the monks. They are never destroyed, but larger stupas built around them. This stupa is estimated to date from the 1st century. We then walked to the rooms of the main complex. The site had been partially restored by plastering mud on the walls to protect them. We found the layout of the column bases and their design intriguing. The influence of the Greeks was clearly seen, and a testament to the spread of European culture in this area after the 329 BC invasion of Alexander the Great. The sculpted archways between sections and side niches carved into the walls were the best features. We were shown the area where the famous buddha sculpture was found. This sculpture showed the buddha with monks on either side. The columns beside the buddha were corinthian styled, and had acanthus leaves. We saw a copy of this sculpture in the Buddhist Temple in Tashkent. An interesting fact, is that it was the Greeks who taught Buddhists how to make the first statues of Buddha. This site functioned between 1st-3rd century, when the Kushan Empire was at it's strongest. The Sassanids invaded this area in the 3rd century, and the site was no longer used. The monks are thought to have moved to China, which was more accepting of their religion. We had visited other important Central Asian buddhist sites at Merv, Turkmenistan and Ajina Tepa & Takhti Sangin in Tajikistan. Fayaz Tepa is a fairly recently discovered site, as it was excavated in 1963. We found the nearby Karaz Tepa site just as interesting, and the Chingiz Tepa site is a short distance further south. The nearby Al Khakim At Termizi complex, includes the Museum of History of Termez and heritage of Termizids, which has pottery and other interesting items related to finds in this area. The site of the "old city" next to the Al Khakim At Termizi complex, is said to be the city of Demetrius, captured by Alexander the Great, but access is not permitted. The Archaeological Museum in Termez, is also a must visit to view finds at these sites. If you are interested in the spread of Buddhism in Central Asia, this site is a must visit.
