Silk Route Collection (page 11)

The Registan, Samarkand, Uzbekistan The impressive Registan complex at sunrise - Samarkand - Uzbekistan

The blue domes of The Registan, Samarkand, Uzbekistan The blue domes of Registan at sunrise - Samarkand - Uzbekistan

India, Ladakh, Leh. Looking south out over Leh, capital of Ladakh, towards the Zanskar Range, with Stok Kangri peak clearly visible

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. Young novice monk sweeping up the tsampa crumbs at morning prayers or puja, Thiksey Monastery

India, Ladakh, Hemis. Monk reciting prayers to the slow rhythm of a drum at Hemis Monastery

India, Ladakh, Lamayuru. Lamayuru Monastery, remote and isolated, hemmed in by dramatic snow covered mountains

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. The golden finial of a chorten at Thiksey Monastery

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. View of the Indus Valley from Thiksey Monastery

India, Ladakh, Alchi. Alchi Tsatsapuri is a little-know temple complex situated in close vicinity to the very famous Alchi Choskhor in Ladakh. It contains superb early wall-paintings

India, Ladakh, Leh. Stok Kangri Peak from Leh. Stok Kangri is the highest mountain in the Stok Range in the Himalayas, in the Ladakh region of North West India

Harem in Khans Palace, Khiva, Uzbekistan

Mausoleum of Samanids (9-10 cent.), Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Kalon Minaret, Bukhara, Uzbekistan

City walls, Ark fortress, Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Entrance to the Ark fortress, Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Kukeldash Madrasah (16 cent.), Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Mir-i-arab Madrassah from Kalon minaret, Bukhara, Uzbekistan The splendid Mir-i-arab Madrassah viewed at sunset from Kalon Minaret - Bukhara - Uzbekistan

View over old town of Khiva, Uzbekistan Panorama of the mud brick city of Khiva at sunset - Khiva - Uzbekistan

Mir-i-arab Madrassah, Bukhara, Uzbekistan The splendid Mir-i-arab Madrassah - Bukhara - Uzbekistan

Mirrorwork & reflections inside Tabatabei traditional house, Kashan, Isfahan province, Iran Mirrorwork & reflections inside Tabatabei traditional house, Kashan, Isfahan province

Detail of Tabatabei traditional house ceilings, Kashan, Isfahan province, Iran Detail of Tabatabei traditional house ceilings - Kashan - Iran

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The Silk Route, a historic trade network that connected civilizations across Asia and Europe, holds within its ancient paths countless tales of cultural exchange and breathtaking landscapes. In India's Ladakh region, nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas, lies Thiksey - a monastery renowned for its spiritual significance. Here, the Chamkhang temple houses the awe-inspiring Maitreya Buddha; an immense and beautifully gilded masterpiece that captivates all who lay eyes upon it. Journeying further along this fabled route brings us to Syria's Palmyra ruins - a UNESCO World Heritage Site steeped in history. The grand Theatre stands as a testament to the city's former glory, echoing with whispers of performances from centuries past. Continuing eastward into Uzbekistan, we encounter Samarkand - once ruled by Tamerlane himself. At his mausoleum lies an enduring legacy of power and influence that still resonates today. The vibrant courtyard of the Temple of Bel in Palmyra beckons travelers to immerse themselves in its timeless beauty. Syria reveals more treasures along this ancient path; Bosra unveils ruins from an ancient Roman town where echoes of bustling markets can almost be heard within its Citadel and Theatre. Krak Des Chevaliers stands tall as a testament to crusader architecture, proudly displaying its UNESCO status. As we venture northwards towards Georgia's Mount Kazbek, nature takes center stage with the third-highest peak standing majestically on the border with Russia. Its snow-capped summit invites adventurers seeking solace amidst breathtaking vistas. Returning to India's Ladakh region in Leh, Stok Kangri Peak dominates the skyline as North India’s highest mountain in the Stok Range – an irresistible challenge for mountaineers yearning for new heights. Uzbekistan welcomes us again with Bukhara’s Kalon Mosque showcasing architectural marvels crafted by skilled hands over centuries past.