These 7 destinations highlight region's ancient heritage and breathtaking landscapes, making them must-visit spots Samarkand, a gem of the Silk Road, boasts magnificent architecture with landmarks ...

Samarkand was one of the ancient trading capitals of the Silk Road, where caravans would rest and trade on the long journeys between Turkey in the West and China in the East. That influence can be ...

Immerse yourself in the rich history as you explore the silk road cities of Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. Explore their links to ancient astronomy and learn about how ancient cultures ...

NARA--An eighth-century pantry unearthed in the ancient Silk Road city of Samarkand suggests the influence of Eastern and Western dietary cultures on the dinner table of a Sogdian king ...