Samarkand (/ ˈsæmərkænd / SAM-ər-kand; Uzbek and Tajik: Самарқанд / Samarqand, IPA: [samarˈqand, -ant]) is a city in southeastern Uzbekistan and among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Central Asia.

2025年1月9日 · Samarkand, city in east-central Uzbekistan that is one of the oldest cities of Central Asia. Known as Maracanda in the 4th century bce, it was the capital of Sogdiana and was captured by Alexander the Great in 329 bce.

2023年11月16日 · Founded in around 700 BCE, Samarkand is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Here’s what visitors heading to this Uzbekistan city can expect.

In 2001 Samarkand was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a historic crossroads of cultures. The city was founded in the 7th century BC and later became the capital of the Timurid Empire in the 14th century AD. For history buffs and architecture lovers, Samarkand is a …

Samarkand’s most moving and beloved site is this stunning avenue of mausoleums, which contains some of the richest tilework in the Muslim world. The name,… The enormous …

2024年11月10日 · Known as Crossroads of Culture by UNESCO, Samarkand today is well-known for exploring the 3 M’s – mosques, madrassahs, and mausoleums, The intricate blue tile work and the sublime domes and minarets continue to capture the imagination of the visitors.

The city of Samarkand has been at the crossroads of world cultures for over two and a half millennia, and is one of the most important sites on the Silk Routes traversing Central Asia.

Samarkand is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world, prospering from its location on the trade route between China and the Mediterranean (Silk Road). At times Samarkand has been one of the greatest cities of Central Asia.

Samarkand, Uzbekistan – a name that echoes with history, culture, and mystery. Nestled in the heart of Central Asia, this city has captivated travelers for centuries with its breathtaking architecture, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality.

2024年3月29日 · Samarkand (also and more rarely in English, Samarqand), is perhaps the most famous city of modern Uzbekistan. The city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The name Samarkand is derived from Old Persian asmara ("stone, rock" and from Sogdian qand ("fort", "town"). Samarkand literally means "stone fort" or "rock town").