The founder of Uzbekistan, Amir Timur – also known as Temur or Tamerlane – was born on the outskirts of today’s Shakhrisabz in 1336. He was a formidable ruler and is Uzbekistan’s most ...

Gur-e-Amir : Many Samarkand sites are connected to Temur, the celebrated 14th century ruler. Among the most famous is his final resting place, Samarkand's Gur-e-Amir -- or Amir Temur Mausoleum.

With Russia and China competing for influence in Central Asia, we look at what Russia's war in Ukraine and what some describe as its waning influence mean for the region's development.

Amir Temur is a great figure of Uzbekistan people, who made a huge contribution to the world development. In memory of the great ancestor, people of Uzbekistan annually celebrate the birthday of Amir ...

UZBEKISTAN, Samarkand - During a recent visit to Samarkand, I explored a number of historical gems , including Registan Square, Shah-i-Zinda, and the Mausoleum of Amir Timur, to name a few.

Amir Timur Square, previously called Revolution Square, had hosted a statue of Karl Marx, which was replaced post-independence. That is not just the only historically significant part of this ...

A country in Central Asia boasts some of the most stunning historical architecture in the world, with Islam playing a significant role in its aesthetics.

Our guide Rukhana meets us at the station and takes us straight to the mausoleum of Amir Timur, a fearsome commander and national hero who conquered large swathes of Central Asia in the 14th century.

Historic Centre of Shakhrisyabz The historic centre of Shakhrisyabz contains a collection of exceptional monuments and ancient quarters which bear witness to the city's secular development, and ...

The founder of Uzbekistan, Amir Timur – also known as Temur or Tamerlane – was born on the outskirts of today’s Shakhrisabz in 1336. He was a formidable ruler and is Uzbekistan’s most ...