Samarkand
Destinations
4.8/5
长脸张少侠Samarkand [Registan Square] Registan Square was the center of Samarkand, the capital of the Timurid Empire. "Registan" means "sandy place" or "desert" in Persian. The Registan Square was a city square where the people of the capital would gather to hear imperial proclamations and even witness the public executions of criminals. Over the centuries, the buildings on the Registan Square suffered significant damage, but were restored to their original state through restoration and reconstruction during the Soviet era. Registan Square and three madrasahs. From left to right: Ulugh Beg Madrasah, Tira-Ghori Madrasah, and Shur-Dol Madrasah. Ticket: 65,000 som (39 yuan) Time: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Samarkand