The historic town of Samarkand is a crossroad and melting pot of the world's cultures. Founded in the 7th century B.C. as ancient Afrasiab, Samarkand had its most significant development in the ...

But, just as tiredness begins to overwhelm, I’m welcomed by a huge sign that reads “Samarkand.” I jump for joy. The city is magical, beautiful, amazing. Unlike its Kazakh neighbors whose ...

Three huge madrasahs or religious schools now line the square: inside they’re packed with stalls selling Samarkand silk paper and beautiful dyed fabrics. These are living, breathing buildings ...

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The exhibition, “Uzbekistan: A Beautiful World,” opened its doors on April 1st ... Like all of you, I am delighted to begin ...