Central Asia Collection (page 3)

Georgia, Tbilisi, Old Town, Hotel Check Point, Frida Kahlo wall art

Azerbaijan, Kyalve, traditional fruit lavash, pressed dried fruit

Armenia, Yerevan, Vernissage Market, jewelry

Traditional fur hats for sale. Itchan Kala, Khiva, Uzbekistan

Statue of Amir Timur (Tamerlane, 1336-1405). He was the founder of the Timurid Empire in Central Asia and became the first ruler in the Timurid dynasty. Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Armenia, Tatev, Tatev Monastery, 9th century, high angle view

Nizami Ganjavi (1141–1209) was a 12th-century Persian Muslim poet
Nizami Ganjavi (1141-1209) was a 12th-century Persian Muslim poet. He is considered the greatest romantic epic poet in Persian literature. He was born in Ganja (modern-day Azerbaijan)

The Flame Towers. Baku, Azerbaijan

Baku and the Caspian Sea. Azerbaijan

Ota Darvoza, the western gate to the old town of Khiva. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Uzbekistan

The Virgin Mary Assumption Church of Metekhi, Tbilisi, Georgia, Central Asia, Asia

Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, Georgia, Central Asia, Asia

Peaks of Svaneti, Caucasus, Georgia, Central Asia, Asia

Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi, Imereti, Georgia, Central Asia, Asia

Ushguli village, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Svaneti, Caucasus, Georgia, Central Asia, Asia

Shakara mountain and Glacier, Svaneti, Georgia, Central Asia, Asia

Map showing the Timurid Empire (print)
7420052 Map showing the Timurid Empire (print); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024

Jews Of Tashkent, Capital Of Uzbekistan, In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1878 ©UIG/Leemage
UIG5420093 Jews Of Tashkent, Capital Of Uzbekistan, In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1878 ©UIG/Leemage

Tyrolean, Parisian, Chirghise, Europeans and Western Asians wear wool fabrics
6202820 Tyrolean, Parisian, Chirghise, Europeans and Western Asians wear wool fabrics; (add.info.: "Tyrolean, Parisian, Chirghise, Europeans and West Asians dress in wool fabrics")

Bride in Kyrgyzstan, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888
UIG5414354 Bride in Kyrgyzstan, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888; UIG

Map illustrating the campaigns and marches of Alexander the Great. From Cassell's Universal History
6867239 Map illustrating the campaigns and marches of Alexander the Great. From Cassell's Universal History, published 1888 (b/w engraving); (add.info)

A desert in Central Asia (colour litho)
8644755 A desert in Central Asia (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A desert in Central Asia. The Musk Ox and The Wild Ass)

Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD (litho)
8660922 Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD)

Mausolee Gour Emir (Gour-Emir) in Samarkand housing the tomb of Tamerlan (1336-1405) (or Timur Lang)
IMB4836398 Mausolee Gour Emir (Gour-Emir) in Samarkand housing the tomb of Tamerlan (1336-1405) (or Timur Lang, "Timur the lame")

Yurt of Tartares in the Middle Ages carried by a tank. Colourful engraving from the 19th century
NWI4859748 Yurt of Tartares in the Middle Ages carried by a tank. Colourful engraving from the 19th century.; (add.info.: Yurt of Tartares in the Middle Ages carried by a tank)

Asia: traditional costumes of the population of the Asian continent. Men of the city of Khiva in Uzbekistan in the 19th
NWI4865267 Asia: traditional costumes of the population of the Asian continent. Men of the city of Khiva in Uzbekistan in the 19th century

Rich Jewish merchants from Tashkent, Uzbekistan. 19th century engraving, drawing by E. Ronjat
JAB5037160 Rich Jewish merchants from Tashkent, Uzbekistan. 19th century engraving, drawing by E. Ronjat.; (add.info.: Rich Jewish merchants from Tashkent, Uzbekistan)

Tajik wedding rituals, 1870
1575423 Tajik wedding rituals, 1870; (add.info.: Tajik wedding rituals. Wedding ceremony (Islamic wedding ceremony), Tajikistan, Russian empire, circa 1870.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Costumes of Kyrgyz women in embroidered dresses with cylindrical hats and shawls, fringes
FLO4624810 Costumes of Kyrgyz women in embroidered dresses with cylindrical hats and shawls, fringes, and men with muskets and pitchforks

Map of Asia Minor, c.86 BC
7177183 Map of Asia Minor, c.86 BC.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Asia Minor, c.86 BC. From Cassell's Illustrated Universal History, published 1883.); Photo © Ken Welsh

Arminio Vambery Received In Audience By The Khan Of Khiva, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, During His Travels There In 1863
UIG5420084 Arminio Vambery Received In Audience By The Khan Of Khiva, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, During His Travels There In 1863

The unrolling of the Clouds:The world as known at the end of the 13th century, 1754 (illustration)
1578424 The unrolling of the Clouds:The world as known at the end of the 13th century, 1754 (illustration); (add.info.: The unrolling of the Clouds)

Gold model chariot from the Oxus treasure. Achaemenid Persian, Takht-l-Kuwad region. Tadjikistan
532129 Gold model chariot from the Oxus treasure. Achaemenid Persian, Takht-l-Kuwad region. Tadjikistan. 5-4th century BC (figurine); Universal History Archive/UIG

Samarkand (engraving)
8649840 Samarkand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samarkand. Illustration for Armimius Vambery, His Life and Adventures)

Yak caravan in the mountains of Central Asia (litho)
8663696 Yak caravan in the mountains of Central Asia (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yak caravan in the mountains of Central Asia)

A female dancer, 1546-47 (bodycolour and gold)
8833213 A female dancer, 1546-47 (bodycolour and gold) by Afghan School, (16th century); 19.1 x 10.7 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Street scene in Yarkand, Yarkant, Turkmenistan, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888
UIG5414355 Street scene in Yarkand, Yarkant, Turkmenistan, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888; UIG

Mausolee Gour Emir (Gour-Emir) in Samarkand housing the tomb of Tamerlan (1336-1405) (or Timur Lang)
IMB4836434 Mausolee Gour Emir (Gour-Emir) in Samarkand housing the tomb of Tamerlan (1336-1405) (or Timur Lang, "Timur the lame")

Tajik women of the Russian Empire
2912151 Tajik women of the Russian Empire; (add.info.: Tajik women 1900. Russian Imperialism led to the Russian Empire's conquest of Central Asia during the late 19th century's Imperial Era)

A Road in Central Asia (engraving)
8649843 A Road in Central Asia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Road in Central Asia)

Calligraphy, 1546-47 (bodycolour & gold on paper)
8835560 Calligraphy, 1546-47 (bodycolour & gold on paper) by Bukhara School, (16th century); 19.1 x 10.7 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

A female dancer, 1546-47 (bodycolour and gold)
8833214 A female dancer, 1546-47 (bodycolour and gold) by Afghan School, (16th century); 19.1 x 10.7 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Islamic cemetery in Khiva, Xiva, an oasis town in northwestern Uzbekistan, historical illustration, wood engraving
UIG5414363 Islamic cemetery in Khiva, Xiva, an oasis town in northwestern Uzbekistan, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888; UIG

A Caravanserai In Tashkent, Uzbekistan In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1878 ©UIG/Leemage
UIG5420096 A Caravanserai In Tashkent, Uzbekistan In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1878 ©UIG/Leemage

A Well In The Desert Between Samarkand And Karshi, Uzbekistan In The 19Th Century
UIG5420092 A Well In The Desert Between Samarkand And Karshi, Uzbekistan In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1878 ©UIG/Leemage

View of the Shirdor Madrasa, Uzbekistan
AIS5388139 View of the Shirdor Madrasa, Uzbekistan; Shir Dar Madrasa, Registan Square, Samarkand, Uzbekistan; (add.info.: Architecture: view of the Shirdor Madrasa (Shir Dor or Cher dor)

Map of Asia Minor, showing the expedition of Cyrus the Younger and retreat of the Ten Thousand
6867235 Map of Asia Minor, showing the expedition of Cyrus the Younger and retreat of the Ten Thousand. From Cassell's Universal History

A wealthy Kyrgyz family
5312029 A wealthy Kyrgyz family; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a wealthy Kyrgyz family from Eastern Siberia outside their portable home. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Discover the enchanting wonders of Central Asia, a region steeped in rich history and captivating landscapes. Immerse yourself in the propaganda poster of Turkmenbashi, the former leader of Turkmenistan, as you delve into the intriguing political landscape that shaped this nation. Journey to Afghanistan's Mazar-I-Sharif and be awestruck by the majestic Shrine of Hazrat Ali, a testament to spiritual devotion. Find solace at Sevanavank (Sevan Monastery) nestled beside Lake Sevan in Armenia's Caucasus region. Let your senses indulge in Georgia's Tbilisi as you savor Churchkhela, a traditional Georgian candy bursting with flavors unique to this land. Marvel at Yerevan's Republic Square and skyline from a high angle view, where modernity meets ancient traditions. Ascend The Cascade in Yerevan for panoramic vistas of Mt. Ararat and witness Armenian architecture framing this awe-inspiring sight. Explore Kyrgyzstan's Tash Rabat Valley and lose yourself amidst its untouched natural beauty. Uncover Khor Virap Armenian Apostolic Church monastery at Mount Ararat's foot on the vast Ararat Plain near Yerevan; an ethereal experience that will leave you breathless. Gaze through arches adorned with Armenian motifs towards Mount Ararat looming majestically in the distance. Witness dawn breaking over Astana as you stand before The Ak Orda - Presidential Palace of President Nursultan Nazarbayev - symbolizing Kazakhstan’s grandeur and ambition. Take in Ashgabat’s government quarter from above; marvel at its architectural splendor against an ever-changing sky. Finally, encounter a Turkmen girl dressed resplendently in traditional attire – an embodiment of Central Asian heritage preserved through generations. Central Asia beckons with its diverse tapestry woven from historical landmarks, breathtaking scenery, vibrant cultures, and warm hospitality – truly an adventure like no other.