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How Uzbekistan’s Historic Cities Are Evolving

From left to right: Gur-Emir (Samarkand), Kalan Mosque (Bukhara), Islam Khodja Minaret (Khiva)

Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva are moving beyond their image as open-air museums. They are becoming living, user-friendly urban environments. The focus is no longer only on preserving ancient heritage. Today, the goal is to integrate it into modern city life. Here is how the cities of the Great Silk Road are set to transform.

Biennial. Recipes for Broken Hearts

This autumn, Bukhara hosted such a significant event for the first time: ancient mosques, madrasas, and caravanserais are welcoming artists from all over the world. For several weeks, antiquity and modernity came face to face here, and this encounter turned out to have surprisingly many themes for dialogue.

Le Bonnet

Cafe is nestled within the walls of a former mosque once part of Suzangaron caravanserai. Just a short walk away lies the architectural ensemble of Lyabi-Hauz and the famed trading domes. The menu masterfully blends Uzbek dishes with classic European cuisine, while the desserts are crafted in the café’s in-house patisserie. From the terrace, guests […]