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Free Walking Tour: Secrets of Old Bukhara
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Provided by:
Abdulla
Duration
3 hours
Meeting point
Ark of bukhara
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Begin at Ark, this ancient citadel (5th-century origins).
Walk the massive walls for views or enter (ticket) for museums, throne remnants & panoramas over the city. Former home of Bukhara's emirs until 1920. Powerful historical opener.
Bolo Hauz Mosque (5 min walk – 15 min)
Just south of the Ark. Admire the elegant 18th-century "mosque on the water" with carved wooden columns and reflecting pool. Serene exterior views — great for photos.
Poi Kalyan Complex (10-15 min walk – 40-50 min)
Head south through winding alleys to Bukhara's iconic heart.
Kalyan Minaret (12th century, 46m "Tower of Death" — stunning brickwork; climb if open).
Kalyan Mosque (vast courtyard for 10,000+ worshippers).
Mir-i-Arab Madrasah (16th century, active with beautiful turquoise tiles).
Take time for photos — the scale is breathtaking.
Trading Domes & Madrasahs (5-10 min walk – 30-40 min).
Short walk west to the historic Silk Road bazaars:
Toqi Zargaron (jewelers), Toqi Telpak Furushon (hats), Toqi Sarrofon (money changers).
Browse spices, textiles, souvenirs. Nearby: Ulugbek Madrasah (15th century) and Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah (rich decoration). Lively
Walk the massive walls for views or enter (ticket) for museums, throne remnants & panoramas over the city. Former home of Bukhara's emirs until 1920. Powerful historical opener.
Bolo Hauz Mosque (5 min walk – 15 min)
Just south of the Ark. Admire the elegant 18th-century "mosque on the water" with carved wooden columns and reflecting pool. Serene exterior views — great for photos.
Poi Kalyan Complex (10-15 min walk – 40-50 min)
Head south through winding alleys to Bukhara's iconic heart.
Kalyan Minaret (12th century, 46m "Tower of Death" — stunning brickwork; climb if open).
Kalyan Mosque (vast courtyard for 10,000+ worshippers).
Mir-i-Arab Madrasah (16th century, active with beautiful turquoise tiles).
Take time for photos — the scale is breathtaking.
Trading Domes & Madrasahs (5-10 min walk – 30-40 min).
Short walk west to the historic Silk Road bazaars:
Toqi Zargaron (jewelers), Toqi Telpak Furushon (hats), Toqi Sarrofon (money changers).
Browse spices, textiles, souvenirs. Nearby: Ulugbek Madrasah (15th century) and Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah (rich decoration). Lively
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Bolo Hauz Mosque
- Kalan Mosque
- Mir-i-Arab Madrasa
- Poyi Kalon
- Kalon Minaret
On arrival
Guide holds on Free tour sign.
Things to note
Please come on time.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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