Amir Timur Memorial: Timur was born on the outskirts of today's Shakhrisabz in 1336.This grand monument to the late leader -- one of three in Uzbekistan -- is less than 500 meters from the palace.

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. Samarkand, ...

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.

MASTONA HAYDAROVA: This is our hero, Amir Timur. REEVES: Mastona Haydarova is trudging through the snow on her way to college. HAYDAROVA: I think that he was a good person.

Amir Timur Memorial: Timur was born on the outskirts of today's Shakhrisabz in 1336.This grand monument to the late leader -- one of three in Uzbekistan -- is less than 500 meters from the palace.