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After reading this 7-day Uzbekistan essential itinerary, you'll travel through time in the heart of the ancient Silk Road! From Samarkand's blue domes to Bukha

After reading this 7-day Uzbekistan essential itinerary, you'll travel through time in the heart of the ancient Silk Road!🏰 From Samarkand's blue domes to Bukhara's thousand-year-old alleys, this guide will help you explore the mysterious Central Asian realm~ Day 1: 📍Independence Square, Tashkent: This largest square in Central Asia is paved with marble, and its lights are super dreamy at night✨ 📍Hazrat Imam Complex: The oldest existing Quran is here, feel the power of faith📿 📍Chorsu Bazaar: It's like stepping into Aladdin's world, remember to bargain for handmade carpets and dried fruits! Day 2: 📍Registan Square, Samarkand: The geometric patterns of the three madrasahs are breathtakingly beautiful, it's recommended to come in the evening for the golden hour🌇 📍Gur-e Amir Mausoleum: The royal blue dome of the Timurid Empire, an Instagram-worthy spot📸 📍Siyob Bazaar: Locals' favorite place to buy naan and fruits, 10 yuan can buy a big bag of cherries🍒 Day 3: 📍Shakhrisabz: The ruined site of Timur's hometown, wearing a red dress for photos is absolutely stunning👗 📍Kitab Canyon: A Martian-like landscape wonder, the off-road vehicle experience is super thrilling🚙 📍Dinner Recommendation: "Old City" restaurant next to Registan, baked samsa + plov is a perfect match! Day 4: 📍Bukhara Old City: A well-preserved medieval city, every alley is a perfect backdrop for photos📷 📍Kalyan Minaret: Legend has it that Genghis Khan was awestruck by its height, climbing to the top for panoramic views is totally worth it! 📍Lyab-i Hauz: Enjoy afternoon tea by the pond and watch locals play chess, super relaxing♟️ ✨Must-see Tips: 1. Bring a European standard adapter, many hotels don't provide them 2. Local taxis don't use meters, remember to negotiate the price beforehand 3. April-May and September-October are the best travel seasons 4. Girls should prepare a headscarf when entering mosques 🍴Food Must-tries: ✅Plov, the national dish at Plov Center ✅Baked samsa next to Bolo Hauz Mosque ✅Honey nut brittle at Chorsu Bazaar Hand-carved wooden crafts, embroidered clothing, and Suzani embroidery here make excellent souvenirs, don't miss the old workshop experience!✨
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