Silk Route Collection (page 2)

Uzbekistan, Khiva, the outer walls of the Khan palace

Uzbekistan, Khiva, Makhdoom Talib Madrasah

Uzbekistan, Khiva, a camel stands in front of the Mohammed Rakhim Khan Madrassah

Uzbekistan, Khiva, tombs along the walls surrounding Khiva old town

Uzbekistan, Khiva, the Khuna Ark citadel and the Kalta Minor minaret illuminated at sunrise

Uzbekistan, Bukhara, the gateway to the Ark fortress, UNESCO world heritage site

Uzbekistan, Bukhara, Bahouddin Nakshbandi historical architectural complex

Uzbekistan, Bukhara, a display of traditional knives

Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Chorsu bazaar

Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Kosmonavtlar (cosmonaults) underground station

Uzbekistan, Khiva, an entrance to Khiva old town

Uzbekistan, Khiva, Pakhlavan Mahmoud Mausoleum, the tiled tomb of Pakhlavan Mahmud

Uzbekistan, Khiva, , Harem of the Tash Kauli complex, an Uzbek performer dressed in traditional costume

Uzbekistan, Khiva, Mohammed Amin Khan madrasah and old town walls

Uzbekistan, Khiva, the mud brick walls of the Itchan Kala

Uzbekistan, Bukhara, UNESCO world heritage site, Ark Fortress, a man cycles past the city walls

Uzbekistan, Bukhara, Tim Abdullah Khan bazaar interior

Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Interior of Shah-i-Zinda shrine complex

Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Shah-i-Zinda, Tomb Street of 11 Mausoleums, local women enter a mausoleum

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Osh bazaar, nuts, dried fruit & sweets

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Osh bazaar, a local woman fills a bag with nuts

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, Teskey Ala-Too Range of the Tian Shan mountains

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Church of the Holy Prince Vladimir

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, Fairytale canyon (Skazka canyon), a person walks through the red canyon

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, golden eagle hunter

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, a bird of prey flies by the turquoise lake

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, horses graze near the lake

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, a row of poplar trees in the autumn

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, men load up a lorry with maize stalks

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Holy Resurrection Cathedral

Kazakhstan, Saty, sheep leave the farm and head to the grassy pastures

Kazakhstan, Saty, sheep are rounded up on the plateau near Saty village

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, the river Charyn flows through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon National Park, visitors hike through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, a visitor walks through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, an old bus drives through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, 4-wheel drives travel through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Kolsay lakes National park, lake Kaindy in the autumn

Kazakhstan, Saty, rocky landscape near Saty village

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, rock formations on the edge of the canyon

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Zenkov Russian orthodox cathedral

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Zelionyj Bazar (Green Bazaar), nuts

Kazakhstan, Almaty, a couple of Kazakhs ride their horses

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Russian orthodox church

Silkworm close up in Yodgorlik silk factory at Margilan, Fergana region, Uzbekistan

Tamerlane, Timur, mausoleum in Samarkand at the dusk. Sammarcanda, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Shah i Zinda mausoleum complex in Sammarcanda. Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Shah i Zinda mausoleum complex in Samarkand. Sammarcanda, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

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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.