Bukhara Old Town
Rank: 
Top 1000
Top 1000Wonder Type: Cultural
Country: Uzbekistan
Description:
Bukhara, which is situated on the Silk Route, is more than 2,000 years old. It is the most complete example of a medieval city in Central Asia, with an urban fabric that has remained largely intact. Monuments of particular interest include the famous tomb of Ismail Samani, a masterpiece of 10th-century Muslim architecture, and a large number of 17th-century madrasas. [More Details]
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