Date: 30/07/2026
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For centuries, Samarkand stood at the crossroads of the ancient Silk Road, where merchants, scholars, and travellers from Asia and Europe exchanged not only goods but also ideas, science, and culture.
The city’s magnificent Registan Square, surrounded by three grand madrasas adorned with brilliant blue mosaics, remains one of the finest architectural ensembles in Central Asia. Nearby, the elegant Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the resting place of Timur (Tamerlane), reflects the artistic brilliance of the Timurid era.
Samarkand flourished as a centre of astronomy, mathematics, and learning, inspiring generations of scholars whose contributions travelled far beyond its walls.
Today, Uzbekistan preserves this remarkable heritage, reminding us that knowledge and culture have always been among humanity’s greatest treasures.
Rajat Chandra Sarmah
Guwahati, Assam, India
Email: rajatchandrasarmah@gmail.com
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