Bukhara

Uzbekistan

Friday, August 29, 2025

Sunrise

6:06 AM

Sunset

7:20 PM

About

Bukhara is a city that evokes the essence of silk road era. Lying in the heart of Uzbekistan, Bukhara boasts an unrivaled collection of well-preserved historic buildings, including mosques, minarets, madrassas and the age-old trading domes. Amidst the charming streets lined with teahouses and markets, travelers can discover the enduring spirit of Bukhara's cultural heritage and its friendly, hospitable people. It is a remarkable destination acclaimed for inspiring wanderlust and perfect for travellers seeking history, art and culture.

30 Best Places to Visit

1. Kalyan Minaret

It is one of the most distinctive landmarks in Bukhara. The minaret is considered as one of the symbols of Central Asia's Islamic culture.
2. Mir-i-Arab Madrasa

This medrese is one of the most beautiful buildings in Bukhara when it comes to its specific architectural style and the decoration.
3. Samanid Mausoleum

The Samanid Mausoleum is one of the oldest extant Islamic monuments in Central Asia.
4. Ark Fortress

It is one of the oldest structures in Bukhara built in the 5th century AD and is an extraordinary place to visit.
5. Chor-Minor Mosque

Chor-Minor is a small mosque built in the 19th century.
6. Lyab-i Hauz

This is the only one left of several pools that used to be in the center of the old town of Bukhara.
7. Poi-Kalyan Complex

The complex contains the Kalyan Mosque, unlike any other mosque you might have seen.
8. Ismail Samanid Mausoleum

This mausoleum attracts a lot of visitors every year and is especially significant in its architectural style.
9. Abdulaziz Khan Madrasa

This architectural building is one of the largest madrasas in Bukhara.
10. Bolo-Hauz Mosque

Bolo-Hauz Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in Bukhara, built in the 18th century.
11. Trading Domes

You can find anything in Bukhara’s colorful marketplaces, including purchases you didn't know you needed.
12. Chor-Bakr Necropolis

This necropolis is a very peaceful place with beautiful architecture.
13. Ulugbek Madrasah

Ulugbek Madrasah is one of the oldest and most valuable madrasahs of Bukhara.
14. Bahauddin Naqshbandi Mausoleum

This mausoleum is a pilgrimage site of Muslim believers and one of the most important places in Bukhara.
15. Kalon Mosque

This is an assembly hall for Friday prayer and thus one of the most important mosques in Bukhara.
16. Toki Sarrafon Shopping Complex

This place used to be a commercial center specializing in jewelry, silk, and coins.
17. Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace

This palace is a mix of Oriental and European architecture.
18. Toki-Telpak Furushon Trading Complex

This is the largest and busiest trading complex in the Old Town.
19. Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum

This mausoleum was built in the 12th century and is a great place to soak in the historical atmosphere of Bukhara.
20. Tim Abdullakhan Mosque

The mosque is an excellent example of the traditional Islamic architecture of Bukhara.
21. Bukhara Museum of Fine Arts

This museum features folk dresses and pottery, along with works of local craftsmen.
22. Juma Mosque

Juma Mosque is a truly unique structure that features a flat roof and a forest of wooden columns.
23. Nadir Divan-Begi Madrasah

The Nadir Divan-Begi Madrasah is a great example of a traditional Central Asian Madrasah, with a beautiful courtyard.
24. Bukhara Jewish Quarter

Bukhara has a long history of Jewish settlement and this quarter is proof of that.
25. Kukeldash Madrasah

This is one of the most significant Muslim platforms in Bukhara and is also known for its lofty dome.
26. Musallah Complex

The Musallah Complex is yet another great example of Bukhara's traditional Islamic architecture.
27. Bahaeddin Nakshband Memorial Complex

This is a holy place, where people come to pray or just soak in the peaceful atmosphere.
28. Sha-i-Zinda

Sha-i-Zinda is an extraordinary necropolis, consisting of several mausoleums and crypts.
29. Magoki-Attori Mosque

This mosque dates all the way back to the 9th century, so it's one of the oldest and most important monuments in Bukhara.
30. Hoja Zayniddin Mosque

This mosque is an antique piece of architecture, with hundreds of years of history to its name.