Caravanserai lanes.
Best time: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Budget: $40-80/day
Top fact: Bukhara's caravanserais, which date back to the 10th century, served as vital rest stops for merchants on the Silk Road, providing shelter and services for travelers and their camels.
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Best time: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Budget: $40-80/day
Top fact: Khiva's Itchan Kala, the inner town, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and over 50 historic monuments.
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