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Samarkand, Uzbekistan: Registan Square

Registan Square at nightfall is a sight to behold. Samarkand, Uzbekistan was the last stop on our travels along the Silk Road, and we knew seeing this mythical square would be an unforgettable experience. Without cell service, internet or a map, we set out from our hotel before sunset. All we had was a few […]

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Khiva, Uzbekistan: the Mysterious City at dawn

Exploring the cobbled streets of the walled city of Khiva at dawn was the highlight of our trip to Uzbekistan. Golden light, soft cotton clouds, (almost) deserted streets, not a sound apart from birdsong: in these exceptional conditions, the sleeping city seemed almost like a mirage in the middle of the desert.  Khiva was a […]