Day 20
Saturday, May 4
BUKHARA This
morning’s visits include Bakhuddin's mausoleum, founder of the Nakshbandi Sufi
order, one of the largest in the world. You’ll also visit the nearby Sitorai Mokhi
Hosa, the Palace of Moon and Stars, the summer residence of the former emir of
Bukhara. Time permitting, you may also visit the fascinating Chor Bakr
Necropolis before lunch in a local restaurant serving the best kebab in the
country according to locals.
Return to town this
afternoon and have time at leisure to walk about the ancient city. Bukhara was
a major trading center on the Old Silk Road and even now it remains one of the
best places to shop in the country. Three dome-covered bazaars remain, still
occupied by carpet vendors and other merchants. Tim (market) Abdullah Khan, one
of the city’s original shopping caravanserais is another traditional space
where vendors today still sell crafts and souvenirs. Even if procuring is not
an objective, the city is full of amazing artisans, crafts, and moving about
you are certain to enjoy local interactions and further acquaint yourself with
the city’s rich history.
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