Walking Through Ancient and Modern Tashkent
This walking tour will take you through the heart of ancient and modern Tashkent: from the eastern bazaars, old mosques, and madrassas to the museums and urban symbols of the capital. You will walk through Alisher Navoi's Scenic Park and Independence Square. You will get acquainted with the history of the Timurids and visit the Khast-Imam complex. Immerse yourself in the history of Uzbekistan and learn what secrets these buildings hold.
You will see:
State Museum of Applied Arts with exhibits of masterpieces by folk masters (with a visit)
Independence Square
Alisher Navoi's Scenic Park
Madrasa Abdulqasim Sheikh
The ancient Chorsu Bazaar, known since the Middle Ages
Kukeldash Madrasa, decorated in traditional style
Large-scale Juma Mosque - the third largest Muslim temple in the country
The legendary Amir Timur Square
Memorial and Museum of the History of the Timurids (with a visit)
The religious complex of Khast-Imam - an example of careful treatment of the historical heritage of different eras (with visits)
And more!
You will learn:
How Tashkent transformed from an oasis on the Silk Road into a modern capital
What hides within the holy complex
Where the heart of the city is located and how the development of new Tashkent began
Why Chorsu Bazaar is still an important part of city life
Who Amir Temur is and what role he played in Central Asian history
