Khiva Ancient City Travel Guide
Scenic spot introduction:
The ancient city of Khiva, an oasis like in Alibaba's fairy tale, is known as the "Pearl of Central Asia" and the "Land of the Sun". This small town at the junction of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan has an endless history. Mosques, mausoleums, and religious schools all seem to be storytellers. They also form a group of neatly structured, exquisitely designed, and decorated buildings. The exquisite architectural complex makes the entire Khiva a huge architectural heritage protection zone. It is also the only city in northern Asia whose entire city has been designated as a cultural relic. Although time has passed and the local architecture has become increasingly fragile, it still cannot conceal the charming charm exuded by the ancient city. As the old proverb goes: "I would give a bag of gold, but just to have a look at Khiva."Attractions distribution:
Khiva is located west of the Amu Darya River in the Khwarizm region, about an hour's drive from Urgench, the capital of the region. Khiva is divided into two parts: Itchen-Kala and Dishan-Kala. The main attractions are mostly concentrated in the inner city of Itchen, which is the core part, such as the Khan's Palace (Kuhna Ark), which is the essence of wood carving and mosaic art, as well as its minaret and mausoleum. , the oldest all-wooden structure in Central Asia, the Jama Mosque (Juma Masjid), and the tallest building in the ancient city, the Islam Khoja Minaret. Climbing up the ancient city walls and castles, you can have an unobstructed view of the entire Khiva, which is mysterious and beautiful.Scenic spot qualifications:
World HeritageScenic spot features:
Adventure, pilgrimage, visiting ancient times, ancient cities, religionScenic spot map:
Transportation
Scenic spot location:
Asia>Uzbekistan
How to get there:
Tourists can take a flight to Urgench, then transfer to a bus or take a taxi to Khiva, which takes about 1 hour.
Scenic area map:
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Tickets
Khiva ticket prices:
Purchase an attraction pass at the west entrance of the inner city for about 12.5 US dollars; there is an additional fee to climb the castle in the palace and visit the Khan family mausoleum.
If you do not visit the inside of the attraction, you do not need to buy a ticket.
Scenic area opening hours:
All day
Travel Tips
travelling guideline:
The rooftop of the Royal City is the best place to overlook the panoramic view of the ancient city and take photos.
There is a free local song and dance performance in a courtyard at the east gate of the ancient city.
Opposite the Khan's Palace is the Visitor Center, where you can book taxis, make travel inquiries, etc.
Tour route:
Recommended route in Uzbekistan: Tashkent → Urgench → Khiva → Bukhara → Samarkand
Best time to visit:
Spring and Autumn
Shopping recommendations:
(Shopping) Leather hats, wood carvings, carpets.
(Food) It is recommended to go to the "Rustamboy ChaikhanaManti" restaurant outside the west gate to taste the local specialties Manti (similar to mutton buns), broth, beef balls, stewed potatoes, etc.
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