Khiva, the ancient oasis town

Khiva in Uzbekistan is a living museum of stunning architecture built on an ancient oasis town watered by innovative irrigation systems rising above sandy barchans.

Colourful ceramic tiles embellish the dun coloured architecture, breathing life into the structures.

 

A map of Khiva in the museum.

Tile designs on the wall of the Summer Mosque in Khuna Ark.

The streets are populated by traders enticing you with stunning ceramics and bric-a-brac.

A medallion depicting a warrior in the Khiva museum.

The walled city of Ichan Kala.

Another view of Ichan Kala.

The minaret of Juma Mosque.

Well-preserved Khiva viewed from atop a minaret.

The fortress of Kunya ark, or old citadel.

The entire town has a feel of being an artificial construct, a sprawling museum under the open skies.

A cobbled street.

The entrance to Kalta Minar.

The Islam Khodja Madrasah.

The imposing gates of Kunha Ark.

Museum of music, Khiva.

Uzbek women in traditional gowns and headscarves.

The contemplative statue of Al Khwarizmi at the square in the town centre of Ichan Kala.

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Colourful ceramic tiles embellish the dun coloured architecture, breathing life into the structures.
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