B.B. Khanum
It is no exaggeration to say that Bibi Khanum is one of the largest and most significant religious monuments in the Islamic world, and certainly the largest mosque in all of Central Asia. You understand this best when you find yourself near its ancient and majestic walls.
Shahi Zinda Memorial Complex
Probably, there is no place in the glorious and old city of Samarkand that would more fully reflect the numerous milestones of its turbulent and long history as the Shahi Zinda Memorial complex. Locals call this necropolis a “cemetery street”.
Registan
Registan Square, the “heart” of ancient Samarkand, is probably the most famous landmark of the city, and indeed of the whole of Central Asia. Perhaps it is difficult to find a place as beautiful as it is historically important. The bright blue domes of mosques invariably attract the eyes of amazed travelers.
Ishrathona
Ishrathona, a magnificent architectural monument of the 15th century, like all other mausoleums, palaces, mosques and madrasas of that era are inextricably linked with the name of Tamerlane. But, unlike other attractions in Samarkand, Ishrathona has a much more ascetic appearance, which does not beg for its advantages.
Gur-Emir Mausoleum
Many great historical monuments of Samarkand are associated with the name of the outstanding ruler and warrior Tamerlane. And one of the main attractions of the ancient city is the mausoleum of Gur—Emir (“tomb of the lord”, “grave of the Emir”), where he and his descendants found their last shelter.