Samarkand was a crossroads of the Silk Road, and its Registan square and blue domed mausoleums are among the most recognisable sights of the Muslim world. The city mixes Persian, Turkic and Islamic heritage in a compact centre. It is generous with beauty and easy to walk.
A full guide to this place is on its way.
Good to know for Muslim travellers
- Uzbek food is largely halal, and plov, the rice dish, is the national staple.
- Working mosques sit beside the monuments, and modest dress is appreciated at religious sites.
- The main sights cluster around the centre, so many hotels are a short walk away.
Best time to visit
Spring from April to May and autumn from September to October.
