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Bukhara, Uzbekistan: turquoise reflections

The Poi Kalan Complex, a true architectural gem in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, consists of a harmonious mixture of influences from Arab, Turkish and Persian art. In this monumental square, you will find a great mosque (16h century), a medersa (Quranic school, from the 16th century), and a tall minaret (12th century).   The Kalan Mosque is the second […]

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Uzbekistan: travelling along the Great Silk Road 

Visiting Uzbekistan had been a dream of ours for many years: to explore this vast country in the heart of Central Asia, at the crossroads of so many cultures and traditions, and meet the people there. Discover its architectural treasures – a mosaic of blues – and its legendary cities, like Samarkand or Bukhara. Walk […]