The surroundings of Bukhara: shrines and places of worship

The fabulous Bukhara and its surroundings are a place of attraction for pilgrims from all over Uzbekistan. I'm going to show you sacred places and tell you their stories. The Sufi complex of the patron of the city, the palace of the last emir, the complex of four theologians - you will explore the most significant buildings and touch the rich past of Bukhara.

Medieval complexes: the fate of the holy Sufi and the four theologians
Bahauddin Naqshband is the patron of Bukhara and a famous religious figure. In the complex dedicated to him, you will hear about the life of Naqshband: why he became famous throughout the world and why he is called a holy man. You will learn about Sufism and dervishes, you will see ancient mosques, madrassas and the burial of a famous resident of the city.

Chor Bakr is another medieval Islamic abode. I will explain when it appeared and share the legends of the four theologians and their connection to Chor Bakr. You will experience the spirit of the Middle Ages, strolling through the complex, which is called the City of the Dead.

Residence of the last ruler of Bukhara
Sitorai Mohi Hosa - the summer palace of the emir - will amaze you with a combination of European and Central Asian architecture. You will admire the bright interiors and stained glass windows of the residence and understand its complex device. I will tell you about the fate of the last ruler of the Bukhara Emirate, about the past life of the palace and its present. Then we will go to the garden to feed the peacocks who live here.

• Services and transport
• Entrance tickets from $ 10 per person
• Meeting at a hotel or a convenient place for you.