I think the season changes everything. We visited in late September. The trees were turning yellow, cafés had outdoor seating everywhere and the m...

Can anyone recommend whether it's better as a day trip or an overnight stay?

We actually tried to combine them during a one-day excursion from Baku. It was possible, but by the time we reached Laza we were exhausted and had bar...

The new high-speed Jaloliddin Manguberdi train. Samarkand–Khiva — 5 hours travel time and 518,000 soum. I bought the tickets 3 days before departure...

For foreigners, without a tour, they ask 310,000 soum for entry (about $30).

We also went the other day to the Center of Islamic Civilization, and nearby is Hazrati Imam, within walking distance from Gafur Gulyam metro station....