Silk Road Collection (page 3)

Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Interior of Shah-i-Zinda shrine complex

Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Shah-i-Zinda, Tomb Street of 11 Mausoleums, local women enter a mausoleum

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Osh bazaar, nuts, dried fruit & sweets

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Osh bazaar, a local woman fills a bag with nuts

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, Teskey Ala-Too Range of the Tian Shan mountains

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Church of the Holy Prince Vladimir

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, Fairytale canyon (Skazka canyon), a person walks through the red canyon

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, golden eagle hunter

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, a bird of prey flies by the turquoise lake

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, horses graze near the lake

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, a row of poplar trees in the autumn

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, men load up a lorry with maize stalks

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Holy Resurrection Cathedral

Kazakhstan, Saty, sheep leave the farm and head to the grassy pastures

Kazakhstan, Saty, sheep are rounded up on the plateau near Saty village

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, the river Charyn flows through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon National Park, visitors hike through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, a visitor walks through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, an old bus drives through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, 4-wheel drives travel through the canyon

Kazakhstan, Kolsay lakes National park, lake Kaindy in the autumn

Kazakhstan, Saty, rocky landscape near Saty village

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, rock formations on the edge of the canyon

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Zenkov Russian orthodox cathedral

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Zelionyj Bazar (Green Bazaar), nuts

Kazakhstan, Almaty, a couple of Kazakhs ride their horses

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Russian orthodox church

Silkworm close up in Yodgorlik silk factory at Margilan, Fergana region, Uzbekistan

Tamerlane, Timur, mausoleum in Samarkand at the dusk. Sammarcanda, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Shah i Zinda mausoleum complex in Sammarcanda. Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Shah i Zinda mausoleum complex in Samarkand. Sammarcanda, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Persian architecture in the Tamerlane mausoleum at Samarkand. Sammarcanda, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Syria, Palmyra Ruins, (UNESCO Site), Temple of Bel, Stone Carvings

Syria, Palmyra ruins (UNESCO Site), Theatre

Syria, Damascus, Old, Town, Spice Souq

Syria, Palmyra Ruins (UNESCO Site), Tetrapylon

Syria, Damascus, Straight Street, Bakery

Syria, Hama Surroundings, Fortified Crusader Castle and Citadel of Musyaf

Syria, Hama Surroundings, Al ma arra Museum

Syria, Apamea (Afamia) Archaeological Site (founded 3rd Century BC), 2km Cardo (Roman Colonnade Main Street)

Syria, Hama, Syrian Pistachio Plantation (Pistacia vera)

Syria, Hama surroundings, the Beehive Village of Sarouj, made of mud dwellings

Syria, Hama old Town and 13th Century Water Wheels (Norias)

Syria, Northern Coast, Qalaat Salah ad Din (Saladin Crusader Castle), view from the ramparts

Syria, Northern Coast, Lattakia, Shaati al Azraq Beach Resort (Syrias premier coastal resort)

Syria, Bosra, ruins of the ancient Roman town (a UNESCO site), ruins of Decumanus (main east-west colonnaded street) and Nymphaeum (monumental fountain)

Syria, Central Desert, ruins of ancient Rasafa Walled City (3rd Century AD), Basilica of St. Sergius

Syria, Palmyra ruins (UNESCO Site), Great Colonnade

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Silk Road: A Journey Through Time and Culture Embark on a captivating journey along the ancient Silk Road, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes intertwine. From the majestic Palmyra ruins in Syria to the grand mausoleum of Tamerlane in Samarkand, this legendary trade route holds countless wonders waiting to be discovered. Begin your expedition at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Palmyra in Syria. Explore the remnants of an ancient civilization as you wander through the enchanting Theatre and immerse yourself in its rich history. Step into a bygone era at the Courtyard of the Temple of Bel, marveling at its architectural splendor that has stood against time's relentless passage. Continue your odyssey towards Uzbekistan, where Turabeg Khanum Mausoleum stands as a testament to Timur's reign. Admire its intricate design and pay homage to one of Central Asia's most influential figures. In Bukhara, let Kalon Mosque captivate you with its grandeur while Khiva enchants with its well-preserved city walls and ornate buildings. As you traverse through Syria once more, Damascus beckons with its Old Town charm within Bab Touma Quarter. Lose yourself amidst narrow alleyways filled with vibrant markets and traditional houses that whisper tales from centuries past. Venture further into Al-Zawiya Mountain Region to discover The Dead Cities; among them lies Al Bara - an extensive site showcasing abandoned settlements frozen in time. The it also reveals hidden gems beyond historical sites – such as Mount Kazbek standing tall on Georgia's border with Russia. Its snow-capped peak offers a stunning backdrop for adventurers seeking natural beauty amidst their cultural exploration. Let this 150-word caption serve as an invitation to embark on an unforgettable voyage along the fabled Silk Road – a tapestry woven together by diverse civilizations across time and space.