Uzbekistan lies in Central Asia, where old trade routes crossed between desert towns and mountain valleys. Our Uzbekistan puzzles visit Samarkand, Khiva, Bukhara and the Charvak Reservoir.
Kalyan Mosque Courtyard, Bukhara
Charvak Reservoir and Mountains
Toshhovli Palace Courtyard, Khiva
Shah-i-Zinda Mausoleums, Samarkand
Samarkand's Shah-i-Zinda is known for its blue-tiled mausoleums. In Khiva, the Toshhovli Palace stands inside the walled old town, while Bukhara's Kalyan Mosque is part of a historic architectural complex.
Northeast of Tashkent, Charvak Reservoir brings water and mountain scenery into the journey. These places offer a mix of tiled buildings, courtyards and open landscapes.
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