Looking a bit like a lighthouse, Khiva's Islam Khoja Minaret stands out with its bands of colored tiles stacked to 45 meters. It's possible to climb to the top...not advised for the claustrophobic. For more reading on Uzbekistan: www.uncorneredmarket.com/2007/11/a-real-peek-at-uzbekista... www.uncorneredmarket.com/2007/11/uzbekistan-overchargistan/
Two men stop for a chat outside one of the medressas in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. For more reading on Uzbekistan: www.uncorneredmarket.com/2007/11/a-real-peek-at-uzbekista... www.uncorneredmarket.com/2007/11/uzbekistan-overchargistan/
Kalon Mosque and Kalon Minaret mark Bukhara's skyline. Taken from the jewelry market area. For more reading on Uzbekistan: www.uncorneredmarket.com/2007/11/a-real-peek-at-uzbekista... www.uncorneredmarket.com/2007/11/uzbekistan-overchargistan/