1 day
Daily Tour
8 people
English, Russian
One of the most significant architectural ensembles of the medieval East – the Gur Emir was built in the southwestern part of Samarkand at the beginning of the XV century.
Registan Square is a real gem located in the very heart of the ancient city of Samarkand. It has gained its worldwide fame thanks to the great architectural ensemble that has become a monument of oriental architecture. From three sides, the square is surrounded by grand madrassah, portals of which are facing the center of the space. All three erections have their own unique décor.
Sher-Dor Madrasah was built on the Registan Square, Samarkand in 1619-1636. The name is translated as “Madrassah with Lions”. It is the distorted and exaggerated reflection of the Ulugbek Madrasah, which is located just opposite, on the western side of the dRegistan Square.
This madrasah is located in the main square of Samarkand – Registan. It was constructed in 1417 during the reign of Ulugbek. Great scientist, astronomer and mathematician, Ulugbek, being a grandson of Tamerlane, ruled the country for forty years, and during that time the Samarkand city has gained fame as a Science Center of the Middle Ages.
Tillya-Kori Madrasah, the latest structure on the Registan Square. Construction of the golden madrasah, this is the exact translation of Tillya-Kori from the Uzbek language, was started by order of Samarkand ruler Yalangtushbiy Bakhadur: according to his intention madrasah was to complement and complete the architectural look of Registan.
The majestic blue domes of the Bibi-Khanum Mosque are an unusual sight. It takes one’s breath even from understanding the scale of construction of this monument, impressing with its size and beauty. In antiquity the dome of this mosque was compared with the dome of heaven and the arch of portal – with the Milky Way.
The oriental market is a special place where you can feel a live atmosphere of the ancient city. Many years ago, bazaars served as the main strategic points on the Great Silk Road trade development. Siab Bazaar in Samarkand is one of the most interesting and ancient must see sights.
Not far from Bibi Khanum mosque there is one of the most mysterious and unique architectural monuments of Samarkand, Shakhi Zinda complex. It consists of rows of refine sparkling blue colors tombs. Harmoniously combined in a lively and moving composition, various mausoleums are grouped along the narrow medieval streets. Shakhi Zinda consists of eleven mausoleums, which were built one after another in 14 - 15th centuries.
Max group size is 8 people; however, we operate the tour even if one person books it. Guaranteed departure.
Yes, it may be possible to customize the tour itinerary to fit your interests and preferences. However, this may come at an additional cost and may require advance notice to make arrangements.
The tour is one day long, departing from Tashkent early in the morning and returning in the evening.
You cancel the tour 12 hours prior to the tour departure, and you only have to pay ticket cancellation fees. Ticket cancellation fees: USD 20
# | Discount group | From adult | To adult | Value |
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1 | 2-4 people | 2 | 4 | 20 |
2 | 5-8 people | 5 | 8 | 40 |
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