 9th Century Chashma Ayub Mausoleum |  Interesting Doors Everywhere One of the primary reasons for visiting this fascinating country is its history - particularly its important location on the Silk Road. The caravans passed through the cities of Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara and nowhere is it more apparent than in Bukhara where many of the ancient structures still remain. |
We flew from Tashkent to Bukhara and seemed transported centuries into the past. (Didn’t even have Internet at our hotel which is why I’ve not written for several days.) This 2500 year old city is located in an oasis and was an important stopping place for caravans carrying goods between Asia and Europe.
Caravan Trading Center Despite numerous occupations (the Mongols, Persians, Turks, Soviets) many of the ancient structures survive. We visited the legendary spring brought forth by the prophet Job upon striking the ground with his staff, 9th century mausoleum, 16th century covered bazaars, 18th century mosque and the last Imir’s Fortress from the 19th century, among other sites.
| Spending a few days in these ancient sites makes it easy to imagine the sights and sounds of the caravans which came through this area. |  |
