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World-famous Registan Square in Samarkand. Three beautiful 15th- and 16th-century madrasas are there.
Many Samarkand emperors and religious leaders are buried at Shah-i-Zinda. UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ulugh Beg Observatory was built in Samarkand by a 15th-century astronomer. It is a world-class astronomy observatory.
UNESCO World Heritage Site Shakhrisabz is 80 kilometers from Samarkand. The 15th-century Timurid capital's Ak-Saray palace and Gur-e-Amir tomb are among its numerous magnificent architectural treasures.
Bukhara is another UNESCO World Heritage Site 280 kilometers from Samarkand. A lovely city with numerous mosques, madrasas, and other architectural landmarks.
UNESCO World Heritage Site Khiva is 600 kilometers from Samarkand. Its Ichan-Kala citadel and Khoja-Kalon mosque are well-preserved.
Fergana Valley in eastern Uzbekistan is fertile. The Rishtan ceramics center and Osh market are among its historical and cultural attractions.