Bukhara: Second Time's a Charm

Scale up the Citadel Ark, the highest point of the city and a 4th century fortress residence of Bukhara khans. Located just opposite of the Ark is the Bolo-Khauz Mosque with an ancient pond.

Follow the trail of history further into the 9th century Samanids Mausoleum, an architectural masterpiece with semi-spherical dome and balanced design. Erected as a burial site of Ismail Samani’s father, it is it was constructed during a time when building such crypts was against Islamic law.

Feel the buzz of the local life as you explore some local bazaars.