Bukhara

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Bukhara (also spelled Bokhara, Bukhoro, or Buxoro) in Uzbekistan was historically one of the great trading city's along the Silk Road. The downtown is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In Sanskrit the word Bukhara means "abbey". Bukhara, "The city of museums", contains more than 140 architectural monuments of the Middle Ages. Such buildings as Poi - Kalan, Kosh Madras, mausoleum of Ismail Samoni, minaret of Kalyan and others were built 2,300 years ago and today are popular with tourists. The famous poets Narshahi, Rudaki Dakiki and others have played an important role in the development of Bukhara.

Demonstration for Palestine and Gaza in Bukhara

Dear Supporters of the Palestinian Cause in Bukhara,

We are excited to announce a peaceful demonstration in support of the People of Palestine, set to take place in Bukhara over the next three days. This event is an opportunity for us to come together and raise our voices and the Palestinian Flag for a just and peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict.

We want to emphasize that this demonstration is intended to be a peaceful and respectful gathering. Our goal is to show solidarity with the people of Palestine and call for a peaceful solution to the conflict. It is crucial that we maintain a peaceful and respectful atmosphere throughout the event.

Important Guidelines:

To ensure the success of our demonstration and to maintain a peaceful environment, we kindly ask all participants to adhere to the following guidelines:

Peaceful Protest: This is a non-violent demonstration. We do not condone any form of violence or vandalism.

Respect for Law Enforcement: Please treat law enforcement officers in Bukhara with respect and follow their instructions. Do not engage in confrontations with them.

Leave No Trace: Dispose of any trash responsibly and leave the demonstration area clean.

Thank you for your commitment to our peaceful demonstration in Bukhara, and let us stand together for a better future for all.

In solidarity, eHalal Bukhara

Bukhara Halal Travel Guide

History of Bukhara

Legend of Siavash

According to the legend Bukhara was founded by King Siavash, a legendary Persian prince from the beginnings of the Persian Empire. After the treason of his stepmother Sudabeh, who accused him that he wanted to seduce her and betray his father, Siavash went into exile to Turan. Afrasiab and the King of Samarkand, married his daughter Ferganiza(Farangis) to him and granted him a vassal kingdom in the oasis of Bukhara. Later, Siavash was accused that he wanted to overthrow King Afrasiab and was executed in front of his wife. Siavash's father sent Rostam and the legendary Persian hero to Turan and Rostam brought Ferganiza (Farangis) and their son Kai Khosrow back to Persia.

Pre-Islamic times

The history of Bukhara can be traced back to the 4th or 5th cent. AD and the date of the first coins with Sogdian writing in an alphabet derived from Aramaic. There are no reports of a city in the area of Bukhara at the time of Alexander the Great.

From the Arab invasions to the Mongols

At the time of the Arab conquests, Bukhara was ruled by the Sogdian dynasty of the Bokar-kodats. Arab armies first appeared before Bukhara in the caliphate of Moawia, after Obayd-Allāh b. Zīād b. Abīhe crossed the Oxus (53-54/673-74). Bukhara was ruled by a woman, Katun, as regent for her infant son. She had to submit and to pay a tribute of a million dirhams and 4,000 slaves. Permanent Arab control in the city was established by Qotayba b. Moslem Baheli, who after arduous campaigns in Sogdia (87-90/706-09) overcame the resistance of the Bukharans and their Turkish allies and placed an Arab garrison in the city, forcing every home owner to share his residence with Arabs. In 94/712-13 he erected the first mosque in Bukhara within the fortress, on the site of a former Buddhist or Zoroastrian temple. In 166/782 and the governor of Khorasan Fażl b. Solayman Ṭusi built walls to protect Bukhara against Turkish attacks.

In the 3rd/9th cent. the notables of Bukhara asked the Samanid ruler of Samarqand and Farḡāna Nasr b.Ahmad for help, who in 260/874 sent his younger brother Ismail to the city. Bukhara enjoyed a period of prosperity lasting for 150 years and under the patronage of the Samanid amirs served as a cultural center for Arabic learning and Persian literature. A passage by Taalebi and the famous scholar of Nisapur, praises Bukhara in the perioid of the Samanids as “the focus of splendour and the Kaba of the empire and the meeting-place of the unique figures of the age and the rising-place of the stars of the literary men of the world and the forum for the outstanding per­sonages of the time”. Geographers from the Samanid period mention the division of the city in a fortress (ko­handez) and the town proper (sahrestan) and a suburb (rabat). The fortress contained the palace and the original mosque of Qotayba b. Moslem. To its east, dividing it from the sahrestan, was the Rigestan, an open, sandy space, where Amir Naṣr b. Aḥmad (301-33/914-43) built a palace and where the dīvāns of the administration were situated. In this century, an outer wall with eleven gates was built. The city had clearly expanded, though geographers still criticize it as an unsanitary and crowded place.

In 389/999 Bukhara was occupied by the Ilak (Ilig) Nasr b. Ali. For the next 150 years it was part of the western Qarakhanid khanate, ruled by descendants of the Ilak Nasr. Under the loose, decentralized rule of the Turkish tribesmen, Bukhara lost its political importance. The reign of Arslan Khan Moḥammad b. Solayman (495-524/1102-30) brought peace to the city. He also rebuilt the fortress and city walls and erected a new Friday mosque and two new palaces.

After the Mongol invasion

Bukhara was con­quered by Gengiz Khan in 616/1220. All inhabitants were driven out and the city was burned., but in the time of Ögedey Qaan (626-39/1229-41) the city was prosperous again. Ögedey placed the administration of all the settled regions of Central Asia in the hands of a Muslim merchant trusted by the Mongols, who resided in Ḵojand and reported directly to the supreme khan. The revival of prosperity of Bukhara may have been due to his efforts. He was succeeded at Bukhara by his son Masud Beg, who remained in authority until his death in 688/1289, despite feuds among the Mongol successor states and repeated shifts in their borders within Central Asia. Masud Beg was buried in the madrasa that he had built at Bukhara. The skilled craftsmen inhabiting Bukhara were apportioned among the four divi­sions of the Mongol empire), each belonging to one of Genghis Khan’s sons and his descendants; each division was entitled to revenues from the portion of the population assigned to it.

The Khanate of Bukhara

The Khanate of Bukhara came into existence after the conquest of Samarkand and Bukhara by Muhammad Shaybani. The Shaybanid Dynasty ruled the khanate from 1506 until 1598. Under their rule Bukhara became a center of arts and literature. Bukhara attracted skilled craftsmen of calligraphy and miniature painting, poets and theologians. Abd al-Aziz Jhan (1533-1550) established a library "having no equal". The khanate of Bukhara reached its greatest influence under Abdullah Khan II, who reigned from 1577 to 1598.

The Khanate of Bukhara was governed by the Janid Dynasty (Astrakhanids) in the 17th and 18th cent. It was conquered by Nadir Shah of Iran in 1740. After his death the khanate was controlled by descendants of the Uzbek emir Khudayar Bi through the position of "ataliq" (prime minister). The khanate became the Emirate of Bukhara in 1785.

How to travel to Bukhara

What is the best way to fly to Bukhara

The Bukhara International Airport IATA Flight Code: BHK 39.7671, 64.4754 has daily Flights to Tashkent ($50) plus a weekly flight to Urgench ($57) with Uzbekistan Airways. Other destinations are Moscow and Saint Petersburg. Domestic tickets can only be bought at the airport in US$.

Travel by train to Bukhara

The Bukhara Railway Station - Бухара 1 39.72247, 64.54840 is 9 kilometers southeast of the city in Kagan. Buses 268 and 378 go to the downtown at Lyabi-Haus stop 39.77353, 64.42378 for 500 som. The final stop of the bus 378 is Kolkhoz (Defucon) bazaar (Markaziy Bozor) near the Ark fortress, so if you want to go to the old city directly, you'd better ask the driver to drop you off at the old city (staryy gorod). There are two daily train services and an overnight train, connecting Bukhara with Tashkent via Samarkand. For departure times see the Uzbekistan#Get around|Uzbekistan#Get around section.

By bus or taxi

Buses and taxis to Tashkent and Samarkand leave from the Northern Bus Station 39.79471, 64.42038 about 3 km north of the town center near the Karvon BazaarA seat in a bus to Tashkent costs about UZS 20000 and the journey to Tashkent takes about 11 hours. A seat in a bus to Samarkand costs about UZS 15000 and the journey to Samarkand takes about 5 hours. A seat in a shared taxi to Samarkand costs about UZS 25000 and the journey to Samarkand takes about 3 hours. A seat in a shared taxi to Tashkent costs about UZS 30000 and the journey to Samarkand takes about 7 hours.

Buses and taxis to Urgench and Khiva leave from Karvon Bazaar 39.80488, 64.42552A seat in a shared taxi to Urgench costs about UZS 70.000 and the journey takes about 4 and a half hours. The buses have irregular schedule and they come from Tashkent so you might be standing. Bus 2 or 21 will bring you from the train station to the North Bus Station and Karvon Bazaar. Aug 2012].

Shared taxis to Karshi, Shakhrizabz, Termiz and Denau on the Tajik border leave from the Sharq Bus Station 39.76607, 64.45797 east of the centerA seat to Karshi (1.5h) costs 6000 som, to Shakhrizabz (4h) 12,000 som, to Termiz (6h) 20,000 som and Denau (6h) 25,000 som.

To Turkmenistan border you have to take a shared taxi or marshrutka from the Kolkhozny Bazaar 39.77928, 64.39807 to Qarakol or Olot. A seat in a shared taxi costs about 2,000 som and the trip takes about 40 minutes. You will have to hire a taxi from here to the border for about 2,000 som. Olot is 7 km from the Uzbek-Turkmenistan border. A taxi from the border to Turkmenabat will cost about $0.50 and the trip will take 40 minutes.

How to travel to Bukhara by car

Bukhara is 560 km from Tashkent, 270 km from Samarkand, 470 km form Khiva, 920 km from Andizhan, 900 km from Fergana, 160 km from Karshi, 800 km from Kokand, 560 km from Nukus, 280 km from Shahrisabz, 380 km from Termez and 440 km from Urgench. To Khiva, you can take a collective taxi at 50,000 UZS per person in downtown or hire a private taxi for $70–80 per car. To Samarkand, you can hire a private taxi for $60. Another option you can make 2 day excursion including Aydar Kul Yurt for $120 per car. Some of the recommended private drivers include Fahkredine (based in Bukhara, owns Nexia) on+998 93 472 5060 or Shukhrat (based in Samarkand, owns Lacetti) on +998 66 265 5522. Both speak basic English.

How to get around in Bukhara

The Old Town is beautiful and due to its small size there is no need for transport. Also, many of the streets are far too narrow for cars.

Local Language in Bukhara

The main language of Bukhara is the Tajik dialect of Persian. Russian is the second language and Uzbek is used but to a lesser extant. Bukhara, along with Samarqand and other city's in Central and Southern Uzbekistan have been historically populated by Ethnic Tajiks and Bukharian Yahudi who spoke Tajik along with their own dialects which today include some Uzbek and a lot of Russian loan words.

What to see in Bukhara

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• Kalon Minaret - Po-i-Kalyan | Built by the Karakhanid ruler Arslan Khan in 1127. According to the legend Arslan Khan killed an imam. The imam asked the khan in a dream to lay the imam's head on a spot where nobody can tread on it. Thus the tower was built over the imam's grave. With a height of 47 m it is Bukhara's landmark. In its ornamental bands the glazed blue tiles were used for the first time in Central Asia. It gets its nickname as the "Tower of Death" because they once executed criminals by taking them to the top and pushing them out, leaving them to fall to their death. This training stopped in the early 1900s.

• Char Minor - four column mosque | A beautiful building tucked away in one of the lanes behind the Lyabi Hauz complex is the Char Minor. This building is now surrounded mainly by small houses and retail outlets on its perimeter. One may find an artisan or two selling a fine piece of hand drawn paintings.

• Ark fortress From the most ancient times the Ark was the fortified residence of the rulers of Bukhara. Everything could be found there - palaces, temples, barracks, offices and the mint, warehouses, workshops, stables, an arsenal and even a prison. Nowadays there are a few museums inside. It was a fortress even before the Arab conquest and received its present form under the Shibbhanid dynasty (from 1500).

• Labi-havz complex - Lyabi-Khauz | Considered to be the center of the Old City. Plaza Labi-havz is derived from Persian and means “ensemble near the pool”. The main feature is the pool. The building has three monumental structures. Kukeldash madrassah (16th century) was built by Abdullah II was, at the time and the biggest Islamic School in Central Asia. Nadir Devanbegi Madrassah (16th century) was intended to be a caravan saray, but according to the order of the ruler Imam Kulimkhan, was reconstructed into a Madrassah. Nadir Devanbegi Khanaka (winter mosque) was built at the same time as the Labi-havz (16th century).

• Ismail Samani Mausoleum The mausoleum was built during the reign of Ismail Samani, one of the most outstanding members of the Samanids dynasty, who ruled Bukhara from 892 until 907. Originally and the mausoleum was intended for the grave of Ismail Samani’s father, Akhmad, but later became the burial vault of the Samanids. It was completed in 905 and is the oldest Muslim monument in Bukhara. It is considered a masterpiece of early Islamic architecture.

• Chashma-Ayub mausoleum - Located near the Samani mausoleum. Its name in Persian means Job's spring, due to the legend according to which Job (Ayub) visited here and brought forth a spring of water by striking the ground with his staff. The water of this well is still pure and is considered healing. The current building was constructed during the reign of Timur and features a Khwarazm-style conical dome uncommon in Bukhara.

• Faizullah Khojaev House Khojaev, who belonged to a wealthy Bukharan family, was an anti-Czarist reformer who then supported the Bolsheviks and became leader of Uzbekistan in 1925. However, he opposed Stalin's excesses and was purged in 1937 and killed in 1938.

• Mausoleum of Sayfiddin Bukharzi and Bayan Quli Saif ed-Din Bokharzi & Bayan-Quli Khan Mausoleums

• Gaukushon complex

• Hanaka of Zaynutdin Hodji

• Hanaka of Fayzabad

Local Mosques in Bukhara

• Bola-Hauz mosque complex The mosque was built in 1712 opposite the Ark fortress. Other structures at the site date to the 19th and early 20th century. The colorful mosque vestibule is supported by twenty 12-meter-high wooden pillars.

• Magok-i-Attari Mosque The oldest surviving mosque in Central Asia, dating back to the 800s, reconstructed in the 1500s. "Magoki" means pit or hole and the mosque is now almost 6 meters below ground level, while the mosque's 12 domes barely exceed street level. The mosque's main facade, dating to the 12th century, is very impressive.

• Namazgoh Mosque Built in 1119, with modifications through the 16th century. Inside the mosque are murals from the 12th century.

• Baland (High) Mosque Built in the 16th century in the south of the city. The interior decorations and ceiling are particularly beautiful.

Madrassas

• Kukeldash Medressa built by Abdullah II and at the time was the largest Islamic school in Central Asia

• Ulugbek Madrassah
• Kosh Madrasah complex

• Abdulla-han Madrasah

• Madari-han Madrasah

• Abdulaziz Han Madrasah

Markets

• Taqi Sarrafon bazaar of the moneychangers

• Taqi-Telpak Furushon bazaar of the cap makers
• Taqi-Zaragon bazaar of the jewellers

Outside Bukhara

• Sitorai Mohi Hosa - Star and Moon Garden, Summer Palace | Summer palace of the last emir of Bukhara. Built from 1911-1920. To get there, take marshrutka 37 from Vokzal bus stop, northbound. (Updated Oct 2023)

• Baha ud deen Naqshband Mausoleum Tomb of Bakhautdin Naqshband (14th cent.) and the founder of the most influential Sufi order in Central Asia. One of the most important Sufi shrines.

• Chor-Bakr Necropolis from the 16th century; heavily restored. The burial place of Shih Jubaeri family.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Bukhara

• Hammam Borzi Kord one of Bukhara's most famous hamomi (baths)
• Hammom Kunjak The women's bathhose, near Kalon Minaret.
• Folklore and Fashion Show | show with traditional music and dancing

Shopping in Bukhara

BOKHARA 4X6 FIT - A Bokhara carpet

Bukhara is famous for rugs. Historically, rugs woven by nomadic or village Turkmenistan#Rugs|Turkomans were called "Bokhara carpets" because the city was a center for trading them. Today the city itself also produces many rugs.

• Tim Abdulla Khan | silk and carpets

• Unesco Carpet Weaving Shop

• Bukhara Artisan Development Center

• Original Bukhara Scissors

Halal Restaurants & Food in Bukhara

Beware of scams! Some visitors report unfair behaviour and inflated bills at Shaxriston restaurant (same street as Hammam Bozori Kord) and Asia Cafe (next to Lyabi Hauz).

• BoloXauz Teahouse | Decent restaurant not far from the Boloxauz mosque.

• Caravan European and Uigur dishes

• Doston House | Uzbek guesthouse situated in the old part of Bukhara, built by a Bukharian Jew in the end of the 19th cent. In the courtyard, lepeshka (bread) and samsas are prepared on a tandir (clay oven).

• Guest House of Rustam Saidjanov | Built at the second half of the 19th cent. by a merchant-moneychanger (sarrof) belonging to the middle class, this guest house is now run by the grandson of the archaeologist Prof. Musa Saidjanov. Guests might sit upon kurpacha, a thin mattress, with velvet cushions at the dastarhan (low table).

• Lyabi-Khauz Decent cafe on the central square.

• Minzifa | Terrace restaurant near Lyabi Hauz in Old Town. Great food and service by English speaking staff. Live music and nice view. Prices are a bit higher than average.

• Siyavush

• Central Market | If you want to mingle with local residents, go to the central market and try one of the small eateries in a huge building located across the street from the main entrance. Serves just shashlyk. A decent portion of Meat costs as low as 4000 som (2022).

• Food Market | This mini-market with the big sign "Food Market" is not recommended as it always overcharges 30%-60%.
• Silk Road Spices Tea House | serving spice and herbal tea, saffron and ginger tea, Coffee with cardamom, green and black tea as well as sweets including halva, qandalat and nabat

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Bukhara

Bukhara - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Bukhara, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Bukhara. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Bukhara and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Bukhara. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Bukhara. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Bukhara: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Bukhara.

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Bukhara, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Bukhara, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Bukhara, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Bukhara without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Bukhara is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Bukhara.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Bukhara is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Bukhara, please contact:

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Ramadan 2024 Celebrations in Bukhara

Ramadan 2025 in Bukhara

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Monday, 19 July 2024

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels in Bukhara

There are numerous bed and breakfast places around the Lyabi Hauze complex. These are excellent for independent travellers. Rooms can be had quite cheap, less than $20 per person but standards and prices vary place to place, but make sure you look at a few before you make your choice. Some of them are amazing houses set round courtyards and provide an unforgettable experience much better than any hotel. You can also expect some top quality breakfasts with fruit, bread, Cheese, Yoghurt and an unlimited supply of tea.

• Amelia Boutique Hotel | All rooms have A/C, satellite TV, great bathroom facilities, fridge, hairdryer, phone with international access and wi-Fi.

• Hotel Grand Nodirbek | Nice Interior Courtyard, friendly receptionist named Fahreddin, satellite television (great if you understand Uzbek, Russian, or Turkmen), a/c. Bathrooms are extremely clean and modern.

• Hotel Malika | Air conditioning and satellite TV,
• Hotel New Moon | Located in centre of town.

• Madina & Ilyos Bed & Breakfast | Located in centre of town.

• Hotel Amulet Located in the old city of Bukhara, just next to the ancient Lyabi Khauz ensemble (16-17th century). It was built in the early 19th century by a famous merchant, Said Kamol, as a madrasah where students lived and studied everything from philosophy to religion. Today it remains a national monument that has been reconstructed to allow others the chance to experience the traditional life of years ago. Room facilities: bath room with the shower; air conditioning; heating; satellite TV; hair-drier.

• Komil Bukhara Boutique Hotel | located in the old city of Bukhara, about 5 minutes walking distance from Lyabi Khauz, 8 richly decorated double rooms with private bath, air conditionning, satellite TV and Minibar with alcohol removed, windows facing to an inner terrace, small restaurant with local and European cuisine.

• Zargaron Plaza Hotel four star hotel, built 2009, 2 kilometers from the downtown, with 40 rooms, restaurant, bar and swimming pool

• Zargaron Hotel three star hotel in the old town in the style of the 19th century

• Hotel Mekhtar Ambar | In a medrese from the 19th century, ten rooms decorated with antique suzanes and carpets, satellit.

• Rustam-Zuxro Bed & Breakfast Centrally located with very polite and friendly staff and the woman in charge will make sure you have everything you need. Most rooms are air-conditioned. Big breakfast included, free WiFi, spacious courtyard where you can secure your bicycle or motorcycle. There are also family rooms with big bath tabs. Registration provided.

• Mosque Baland Hotel Very charming family owned hotel on a residential street. Clean rooms, beautiful inner courtyard and very good breakfast. Situated a bit outside the old town, about a 10-min walk. The family is very helpful and offer free wi-fi.

Telecommunications in Bukhara

• OVIR (Office for Visas and Registration)

Murtazaev 10/3 39.755848, 64.421078 ☎ +998 65 2238868

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