The Kalon minaret and a blue dome in Bukhara at sunset

Bukhara

A living old town of madrasahs, domed bazaars and quiet courtyards.

Best time
April–June, September–October
Getting there
About 1.5 hours from Samarkand by fast train
How long to stay
2 days
Guides
In almost every language

What to see in Bukhara

  • The Kalon minaret in Bukhara

    The Kalon minaret

    The 12th-century tower at the heart of Bukhara.

  • The Kalon minaret and a blue dome in Bukhara at sunset

    Lyabi-Hauz

    A pool under old mulberry trees, busy every evening.

Also worth seeing

  • The Ark fortress — The walled citadel of the emirs of Bukhara.
  • The trading domes — Domed bazaars of jewellers, hat-makers and money-changers.

Tours in Bukhara

All tours in Bukhara

Good to know

On foot

The old town is compact and flat — most sights are a short walk apart.

Shopping

Bargaining is normal in the domes. Ask your guide which workshops are worth it.

Evenings

Lyabi-Hauz and the lit-up Poi Kalon ensemble are at their best after dark.

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