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Why Samarkand? 10 Reasons to Visit Central Asia's Legendary Bride
From a UNESCO-listed crossroads of cultures to the most photographed square in the Islamic world — here's what makes…
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The Ulugh Beg Observatory: When a Samarkand Prince Mapped the Sky
The story of a ruler who preferred stars to warfare, building the 15th-century Islamic world's most precise…
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12 Questions Before Booking Your Samarkand Trip
How many days do you really need? When's the light show? Do you need a guide? Practical questions to answer before you…
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Registan After Sunset: A Photography and Night-Magic Guide
When the turquoise domes light up and the sun sets behind the Timurid madrasahs, Central Asia's most famous square…