Samarkand is more than just a city; it is a living chronicle of great discoveries and imperial ambitions. On this tour, we travel from the golden tombs of the Timurids to medieval laboratories where the fates of the stars were determined. Witness the birth of finest silk and the famous Samarkand paper, designed to last a thousand years. This is a total immersion into the DNA of the Orient: its science, faith, and craftsmanship.
📍 ROUTE:
- Gur-Emir Mausoleum (XIV–XV cc.) — the majestic crypt of Amir Timur. See interiors covered in real gold and the mysterious jade sarcophagus.
- Registan Square (XV–XVII cc.) — three iconic madrasahs that have become a global symbol of the East.
- Bibi-Khanym Mosque (XIV–XV cc.) — the most massive mosque of its era, a monument to love and power.
- Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis (IX–XIX cc.) — a magical “city within a city” of turquoise mausoleums decorated with the finest majolica.
- Ulugbek Observatory (XV c.) — a marvel of medieval science where scholars measured stars with incredible precision.
- Silk Carpet Factory — the living art of hand-weaving and natural dyeing techniques.
- “Meros” Paper Mill — a unique workshop in Konigil where the VIII-century technology of making paper from mulberry trees has been reborn.
💰 PRICING: Group up to 3 people — 130$
⏳ DURATION: 7 hours | Car & Walking tour
❗️ NOT INCLUDED: Entrance tickets (approx. $30 per person) and meals.
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