Discover Bukhara’s vibrant culture and cuisine on our Bazaar tour. Taste local delicacies, explore historic sites, and engage with artisans. Book your adventure now!
Discover Bukhara’s vibrant culture and cuisine on our Bazaar tour. Taste local delicacies, explore historic sites, and engage with artisans. Book your adventure now!
- Lyab-i-Hauz - Labi Hauz, meaning ‘at the pond,’ is a central square in Bukhara, located in the southeast of the city. This architectural ensemble was established in the 16th-17th centuries. The square is shaped like an irregular polygon, with the Divan-Begi madrasah situated on its eastern side.
- Great Minaret of the Kalon - The Kalyan Minaret…
- Lyab-i-Hauz - Labi Hauz, meaning ‘at the pond,’ is a central square in Bukhara, located in the southeast of the city. This architectural ensemble was established in the 16th-17th centuries. The square is shaped like an irregular polygon, with the Divan-Begi madrasah situated on its eastern side.
- Great Minaret of the Kalon - The Kalyan Minaret is part of the Po-i-Kalyan mosque complex in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, and stands as one of the city’s most notable landmarks.
- Mir-i-Arab Madrasa - The Miri-Arab madrasah was the sole spiritual educational institution in the USSR that resumed operations after WWII. All prominent imams of that era graduated from this religious center.
- Blacksmith Workshop - A key focus of the Bukhara museum-preserve is the revival and support of traditional Bukharan crafts. The museum-workshop showcases swords, knives, arrowheads, and craftsmen’s tools.
- Poi Kalyan Mosque - Po-i-Kalan, or Poi Kalan, is an Islamic religious complex in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. It comprises three parts: the Kalan Mosque, the Kalan Minaret, and the Mir-i-Arab Madrasah.
- Moschea Bolo-khauz - The Bolo Haouz Mosque is a historic mosque in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Built in 1712, opposite the Ark citadel in the Registan district, it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site list, along with other sections of the historic city. It served as a Friday mosque during the 1920s when the emir of Bukhara was under Bolshevik Russian rule.
- Ark of Bukhara - The Ark of Bukhara is a grand fortress in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, originally constructed and inhabited around the 5th century AD.
- Trading Domes - Four trading domes remain in the ancient city, all aligned along a north-south route through the old city.
- Nodir Devon Begi Madrasasi - Constructed in 1622-1623 by the vizier of Imamkuli-khan, Uzbek dignitary Nodir Devon, this building initially served as a caravanserai before being converted into a madrasah. In 1993, it was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List along with other monuments in Bukhara’s historical center.
- Monument to Hodja Nasreddin - The bronze monument to Nasreddin Khoja is situated in Bukhara’s central city square, next to the “Lyabi-Hauz” complex. Installed in 1979, it adds a sense of joy and humor to the ancient ambiance of traditional buildings.
- Maghak-i ‘Attari Mosque - The Maghoki Attori Mosque is a historic mosque in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, and is part of the Lyab-i Hauz historical religious complex.
- Ulugbek Madrasah - Completed in 1420, this madrasa features exterior tiles, a fluted dome, stained glass windows, and ancient tombs.
- Abdulaziz-Khan Madrasah - Ulughbek, known as a renowned ruler and scholar, was a patron of the sciences. His first madrasa was constructed in 1417 in Bukhara.
- Bukhara Synagogue - The synagogue serves as a sacred place of worship in the Jewish faith. Before its construction, Jews in Bukhara prayed alongside Muslims in the same mosque.
- Samanid Mausoleum - The Samanid Mausoleum, located in the northwestern part of Bukhara, Uzbekistan, just outside its historic center, was built in the 10th century CE as the burial site for the influential Islamic Samanid dynasty, which ruled from approximately 900 to 1000. It contains three burials, including that of Nasr II. The mausoleum is a prime example of early Islamic architecture and is the oldest funerary building in Central Asian architecture. The Samanids declared their independence from the Abbasid Caliphate in Baghdad and governed parts of modern Afghanistan, Iran, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan. It is the only surviving monument from the Samanid era, and American art historian Arthur Upham Pope described it as “one of the finest in Persia.”
- Chor-Minor - Chor Minor, also known as the Madrasah of Khalif Niyaz-kul, is a historic gatehouse for a now-destroyed madrasa in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. It is located in a lane northeast of the Lyab-i Hauz complex.

- Photography Opportunities
- Private Tour
- Professional Local Guide
- Photography Opportunities
- Private Tour
- Professional Local Guide
- Entrance Tickets 6$/person
- Tips and Gratuities
- Entrance Tickets 6$/person
- Tips and Gratuities
Enter the captivating world of Bukhara’s Old Town, where each cobblestone and ancient archway tells stories of a past era.
Stroll through the winding streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, admiring the splendor of architectural wonders like the Kalyan Minaret and the enchanting Lyab-i Hauz ensemble.
Discover the impressive Ark Fortress, a testament…
Enter the captivating world of Bukhara’s Old Town, where each cobblestone and ancient archway tells stories of a past era.
Stroll through the winding streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, admiring the splendor of architectural wonders like the Kalyan Minaret and the enchanting Lyab-i Hauz ensemble.
Discover the impressive Ark Fortress, a testament to Bukhara’s royal history, and wander through the lively bazaars, where the vibrant culture of the Silk Road continues to flourish.
This tour is a journey through time, providing an immersive experience into the heart of Bukhara’s rich history and timeless allure.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.