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Bukhara · Islamic Architecture Tourism

A living museum city with 140 architectural monuments, featuring the Poi Kalyan complex, Ark fortress, and trading domes. The city preserves medieval urban planning intact, capturing historical ambiance.

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Best season: Spring
Difficulty: 4
Region: Uzbekistan, Bukhara Region

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A stunning view of a traditional Uzbek dome in Bukhara, showcasing Islamic architectural beauty.

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Detailed view of the intricate arches and mosaic tiles of a historic mosque in Bukhara, Uzbekistan.

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Stunning view of an ornate Uzbek madrasah with blue domes through a carved doorway.

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Labi Hovuz - one of the central squares of the city of Bukhara, an architectural ensemble created in the 16th - 17th centuries. The square is formed by the buildings, grouped around the Nadir-Begi khauz reservoir.

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