UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Asia / UZBHR048

UZBHR048

UZBEKISTAN: Historic Centre of Bukhara

Brief Description:
Situated on The Silk Road, Bukhara is more than two thousand years old. It is the most complete example of a medieval city in Central Asia, with an urban fabric that has remained largely intact. The monuments of interest include the Ismail Samani's famous tomb, a masterpiece of 10th-century Moslem architecture, and a number of 17th-century medersas.

Source: UNESCO World Heritage Committee

 

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