A breathtaking necropolis - 'Avenue of Mausoleums' with 14+ tombs dating from 11th-19th centuries. The most stunning collection of Timurid-era tilework in existence. Said to contain the tomb of Qusam ibn Abbas, cousin of Prophet Muhammad.
Adults: 30,000 UZS. Under 16: free. Often included in combo ticket. Timurid necropolis. 14th-15th century tilework
15 min walk from Registan, or 10 min from Bibi-Khanym mosque. Taxi: 10,000 UZS. Near Afrosiyob settlement ruins.
Sacred site - observe dress code
Useful tips for visiting Shah-i-Zinda
Count the steps going up - legend says if you count the same number going down, your wish comes true. Best light for photos: morning. The tilework here is even more intricate than Registan. Less crowded than other sites.
15 min walk from Registan, or 10 min from Bibi-Khanym mosque. Taxi: 10,000 UZS. Near Afrosiyob settlement ruins.
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