Bukhara (Uzbekistan) - the city of fairy tales

Bukhara is the oldest city in Uzbekistan. In it, archaeologists have found the remains of public and residential buildings. And also utensils, coins, jewelry and various tools relating to the 4th century BC.

The city of Bukhara (Uzbekistan) is about 2.5 years oldthousand years. Bukhara in ancient times was part of the large Asian state of Sogd, which was conquered by Alexander the Great. Near the city were found the remains of an ancient settlement, which became known for its beautiful paintings with scenes of hunting for cheetah.

The center of the city is the fortress of Akr, it livedrulers and retinue, behind the walls was Shahristan, which surrounded the suburbs of merchants. The Great Silk Road ran through the city of Bukhara (Uzbekistan). Merchants from China, India, Iran and other countries were stationed in more than 60 caravan-sheds (as in former times called inns).

Once in Uzbekistan (Bukhara - notException) in the VII century came the Arabs, the spread of Islam began, many mosques and minarets were built, as well as a large number of cultural buildings and madrassas. After many millennia, the Sasanid mausoleum constructed at that time remains surprisingly beautiful, perfect, harmonious. The architectural complexes - Pikiklo, Gaukushon, Lyabi-Khauz and other buildings of the architects of the Middle Ages - are especially unique. In addition, Bukhara (Uzbekistan) stands out with various monuments of architecture, preserved for contemporaries.

The architectural complexes - Chor-Bakr, Bahautdin,Toshmachit - have a special charm. Thanks to the outstanding masters of architecture, ancient Bukhara (Uzbekistan) is well seen in the surviving monuments, executed in a special unique manner.

The city attracts the magnet with curious lookspeople around the world. A huge part of the history of mankind is connected with it. Caravans of camels from China and Europe for a long time transported not only goods along the Great Silk Road, but also news about other civilizations and cultures. These news were reflected in the architectural monuments of the city of Bukhara (Uzbekistan), which are distinguished by their uniqueness.

Bukhara is an ancient city, as old asSamarkand. His exact age is a mystery to archaeologists. Scientists have determined that 2,5 thousand years ago the first settlements began to appear here. When the Sassanid dynasty ruled in the city in 9-10 centuries, it flourished. At that time, when the Sheibanids dynasty reigned, it became the capital of the Bukhara Kaganate.

Despite the fact that the Islamic saints and relatives of the Prophet are buried in Bukhara, the city has always remained accessible to other religions. So far, synagogues have been opened in Bukhara.

At any time this city was the capitalpoetry and fairy tales. It has grown scholars and writers - Avicenna, Rudaki and others, famous and glorified throughout the world. Residents are hospitable and hospitable, they are always glad to guests and are proud of their homeland. Any tour to Uzbekistan includes a visit to this wonderful city. Every visitor can see what Bukhara was originally.

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