Visiting the Bukhara Dungeon: History, Punishments and What to Expect
Just a short walk from the magnificent Ark of Bukhara stands a much less glamorous building with a...
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The Islam Khoja Minaret: To Climb or Not to Climb in Khiva, Uzbekistan
The Dilemma ‘Should I or shouldn’t I?’, I wondered as I approached the Islam Khoja Minaret in Khiva,...
InterContinental Tashkent Review: Luxury in Uzbekistan’s Capital
Welcome to Tashkent, the stunning capital city of Uzbekistan. When planning a trip to Uzbekistan, choosing the right...
The Imam Al-Bukhari Memorial Complex: Discovering Uzbekistan’s Islamic Heritage
Samarkand is famous for its spectacular Islamic architecture, particularly Registan Square, but some of its most important sites...
Ulugbek Observatory in Samarkand: Where a Medieval Ruler Reached for the Stars
When you think of Samarkand, magnificent blue-tiled mosques, grand madrasas and the spectacular Registan Square probably come to...
The Best Apps for Traveling in Uzbekistan: The Ones I Actually Used
You are planning your vacation to Uzbekistan and you are wondering ‘what apps do I need for my...
The Heliocomplex: Discovering Uzbekistan’s Giant Solar Furnace
Uzbekistan is famous for its magnificent Silk Road cities, turquoise-tiled mosques and ancient trading centers. But venture beyond...
The Best Restaurants in Khiva: Dining in Uzbekistan’s Ichan Qal’a
Khiva may be famous for its magnificent ancient walls, minarets and Silk Road history, but there’s another side...
Hotel Uzbekistan: Tashkent’s Soviet-Era Icon
Welcome to Tashkent, Uzbekistan. You arrived yesterday after a long flight, but today you’re refreshed and looking forward...
Tashkent’s Islamic Civilization Center: Discovering Islam’s Heritage in Uzbekistan
One of Tashkent’s most impressive attractions is the Islamic Civilization Center, a magnificent architectural complex dedicated to exploring...
Bread Making in Khiva: Discovering the Ancient Tradition of Uzbekistan
Perhaps you have visited the many madrassas, minarets, mosques and restaurants around the Old Town of Khiva and...
The Ark of Bukhara: Discovering the Ancient Fortress of Uzbekistan
Having seen the Ark of Bukhara on Instagram, I was determined to include it on my visit to...
Hotel Bankir Khiva: Boutique Luxury Near The Old Town
Welcome to the fascinating town of Khiva. In western Uzbekistan, Khiva is a beautifully preserved Silk Road city...
The Best Restaurants in Bukhara: Dining in Uzbekistan’s Old Town
Bukhara is one of those cities where it’s almost impossible to walk around without feeling that you’ve stepped...
Seven Lakes of Tajikistan Day Tour: A Day I Would Rather Forget
When I was in Uzbekistan, I decided to add a day tour to Tajikistan to my itinerary, if...
How to Apply for a Tajikistan e-Visa: A Step-by-Step Guide
You have booked your vacation to fascinating Uzbekistan and you have planned some day tours into neighboring Tajikistan....