making them must-visit spots Samarkand, a gem of the Silk Road, boasts magnificent architecture with landmarks like Registan Square and Shah-i-Zinda. It has rich history and vibrant bazaars ...

These make perfect snacks for exploring the Registan ... or religious schools now line the square: inside they’re packed with stalls selling Samarkand silk paper and beautiful dyed fabrics.

The word Samarkand, for many, conjures up exotic images – from majestic blue tiled mosques to fragrant spice markets. Located in east-central Uzbekistan, it is one of the oldest cities in ...