Silk Route Collection (page 3)

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

Persian architecture in the Tamerlane mausoleum at Samarkand. Sammarcanda, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Syria, Palmyra Ruins, (UNESCO Site), Temple of Bel, Stone Carvings

Syria, Palmyra ruins (UNESCO Site), Theatre

Syria, Damascus, Old, Town, Spice Souq

Syria, Palmyra Ruins (UNESCO Site), Tetrapylon

Syria, Damascus, Straight Street, Bakery

Syria, Hama Surroundings, Fortified Crusader Castle and Citadel of Musyaf

Syria, Hama Surroundings, Al ma arra Museum

Syria, Apamea (Afamia) Archaeological Site (founded 3rd Century BC), 2km Cardo (Roman Colonnade Main Street)

Syria, Hama, Syrian Pistachio Plantation (Pistacia vera)

Syria, Hama surroundings, the Beehive Village of Sarouj, made of mud dwellings

Syria, Hama old Town and 13th Century Water Wheels (Norias)

Syria, Northern Coast, Qalaat Salah ad Din (Saladin Crusader Castle), view from the ramparts

Syria, Northern Coast, Lattakia, Shaati al Azraq Beach Resort (Syrias premier coastal resort)

Syria, Bosra, ruins of the ancient Roman town (a UNESCO site), ruins of Decumanus (main east-west colonnaded street) and Nymphaeum (monumental fountain)

Syria, Central Desert, ruins of ancient Rasafa Walled City (3rd Century AD), Basilica of St. Sergius

Syria, Palmyra ruins (UNESCO Site), Great Colonnade

Syria, Aleppo, The 8th BC Century Hittite temple of Ain Dara, Lion Carving

Syria, Aleppo, The Old Town (UNESCO Site), Armenian Cathedral of the 40 Martyrs

Syria, Aleppo, The Old Town (UNESCO Site), The Citadel

Syria, Central Desert, Qasr al heir al Sharqi ruins (East Wall Palace)

Syria, Palmyra Ruins (UNESCO Site), Valley of Tombs, Burial Chambers towers

Samsa (samosa), a fried or baked dish with a filling of vegetables and minced lamb or beef. Dekhon bazaar, Khiva. Uzbekistan

Entrance to the Ark fortress. Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

The delicious uzbek melons were already praised by the medieval traveler Ibn Battuta. Dekhon bazaar, Khiva. Uzbekistan

Traditional embroideries. Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

"Schastivaya ptitsa" (Happy Bird) Art Gallery, housed in a historical building of a wooden caravanserai of the19th century. Samarkand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

The statue of the late leader Islam Karimov. He was the President of Uzbekistan during 25 years. Samarkand, Uzbekistan

A traditional courtyard of a house of Bukhara, nowadays the Boutique Minzifa Hotel. Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

Door of the Amir Timur Museum. Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Silk for sale. Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

Sher-Dor Madrasah minaret at the Registan square. A Unesco World Heritage Site, Samarkand. Uzbekistan

The soviet-era home of the uzbek writer Sergey Borodin. Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Kalon minaret. Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

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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.