Historic Centre of Bukhara

　　   The Historic Centre of Bukhara is located approximately 450 kilometres southwest of the capital Tashkent. In 1993, UNESCO included it in the World Heritage List as a cultural heritage site. The city of Bukhara houses palaces, mosques, and other structures built by various dynasties, earning it the nickname "City of Museums."

　　   Bukhara was established in the 1st century BC, situated in the low-lying irrigated valley of the Zeravshan River, facing the Shah Rud Canal, and located on an oasis. The ancient Silk Road passed through this area. The historic monuments are located 15 kilometres from the railway line that traverses the Black Sea region and 250 kilometres from Samarkand. Historically, Bukhara was a centre of religion and trade, and it is now the capital of Bukhara Region in Uzbekistan. With a history of over 20,000 years along the Silk Road, Bukhara is an exemplary medieval city in Central Asia where the majority of its buildings have been well preserved. Notable landmarks in the Historic Centre of Bukhara include the famous tomb of Ismail Samani, masterpieces of Muslim architecture from the 10th century, and a collection of buildings from the 17th century, all of which are well worth visiting.