The crown jewel of Central Asian architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Three stunning madrasahs face each other: Ulugh Beg (1420), Sher-Dor (1636), and Tilya-Kori (1660). The turquoise domes and intricate tilework are breathtaking.
Adults: 40,000 UZS. Students with ID: 5,000 UZS. Under 16: free. Light show: 60,000 UZS (evening). Three madrasahs. UNESCO site
Central location, 10 min walk from most hotels. Taxi anywhere in city: 10,000-20,000 UZS. High-speed train from Tashkent: 2 hours.
The square is viewable 24 hours, but entry to madrasahs requires a ticket (100,000 som). Evening light show starts at 9 PM during tourist season
Useful tips for visiting Registan Square
Evening light show at 9pm (summer) - stunning! Go at sunrise to avoid crowds. Buy combo ticket for all Samarkand sites. Climb Ulugh Beg minaret for views (extra fee). Souvenirs cheaper outside the square.
Central location, 10 min walk from most hotels. Taxi anywhere in city: 10,000-20,000 UZS. High-speed train from Tashkent: 2 hours.
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