Bibi-Khanym Mosque
Mosque · Old City
One of the largest and most impressive mosques in the Islamic world, built by Timur.
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Plan a free trip to SamarkandUpdated: 2026-10-11
Samarkand, a jewel of the Silk Road, is an enchanting city brimming with magnificent Islamic architecture and ancient tales. Visit to experience the historical grandeur of the Timurid Empire and the beauty of its blue-tiled mosques and madrasahs.
Things to do in Samarkand include Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis, Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.
One of the largest and most impressive mosques in the Islamic world, built by Timur.
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A stunning street of mausoleums adorned with blue tiles, an important pilgrimage site.
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The resting place of Timur and his successors, featuring a magnificent blue dome and rich decorations.
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The remains of a 15th-century observatory, a testament to Ulugbek's advanced astronomical knowledge.
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A beautiful small mosque with panoramic city views, rebuilt in the 19th century.
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Here is what 4 days in Samarkand look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.
Heart of the Old City
Mosques, Bazaars and Blue Tiles
Science, Silk Paper and Eternal City
Russian Quarter, Parks and Wine Tasting
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Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis, Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, Ulugbek Observatory, Rukhabad Mausoleum, Imam Bukhari Memorial Complex and 9 more. Bibi-Khanym Mosque: One of the largest and most impressive mosques in the Islamic world, built by Timur.
Day 1: Central Park of Culture and Leisure named after Alisher Navoi, Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, Samarkand Boulevard (University Boulevard), Ak-Saray Mausoleum. Day 2: Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Siab Bazaar, Hazrat Khizr Mosque, Monument to Mirzo Ulugbek. Day 3: Ulugbek Observatory, Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis, Samarkand Paper Mill (Meros), Konigil Tourist Village. Day 4: Samarkand Wine Factory named after Khovrenko, Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral, Chorsu Trading Dome.
The itinerary for Samarkand runs through Central Samarkand, Old City, New City, Registan, Afrosiab and Northern Samarkand.
Museums worth visiting in Samarkand: Ulugbek Observatory (Northern Samarkand), Zoological Museum of Samarkand State University and Samarkand Paper Mill (Meros) (Konigil Village).
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