The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Xorazm Province, Xorazm Province

October 2, 2021 Jeremy Dunfee

Discover the best top things to do in Xorazm Province, Uzbekistan including Itchan Kala, Citadel Kunya-ark, Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum, Friday Mosque (Juma Mosque), Stone Palace (Tash Khauli), Mohammed Amin Madrassah, Islam Khodja Complex, Kalta Minor Minaret, Kosh-Darvoza Gates, Avesto Monument.
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1. Itchan Kala

Khiva Uzbekistan 914224471 http://www.khorezm.zn.uz.
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5.0 based on 560 reviews

Itchan Kala

The ancient town has many undamaged monuments such as the Djuma Mosque.

Reviewed By PandaHouston - Houston, United States

Itchan Kala is the name given to the area inside the Khiva fort walls. We paid 150000 som for the VIP ticket which allows for 2 days of entry. There are different tickets and the VIP ticket cost the most which allows you go climb the minaret and the watchtower. The tickets are good for entry into museums and palaces and mosques. Some of the museums are not really worthwhile. This entire area is free of cars. There are souvenir stalls set up along the side of the pedestrian road. We spent 2 nights in Khiva and really enjoyed it at a relaxed pace. You can also walk along the wall. There is a steep ramp at the North Gate Entrance.

2. Citadel Kunya-ark

Khiva Uzbekistan
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4.5 based on 223 reviews

Citadel Kunya-ark

Arang-khan began the construction of this citadel complex in 1686, which contains a house for khan, the members of his family and dignitaries.

Reviewed By PandaHouston - Houston, United States

Entry to Kunya Ark is included in the ticket price. There are 3 pretty impressive courtyards with blue tiles. If you want to go to the watchtower, you will need the VIP ticket which is 150000 som per person. We came up at around 5:30 pm to watch the sunset and there a lot of people.

3. Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum

Khiva Uzbekistan
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4.5 based on 216 reviews

Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum

This mausoleum is of the 14th-century poet and sage Pakhlavan Makhmud, who was proclaimed a Muslim saint since he belonged to the Kungrad Dynasty.

Reviewed By Vukojebinje - London, United Kingdom

I’d say that this is very much a must-see place in Khiva. From the outside, the mosque is beautiful enough (particularly with its green dome). It’s inside, however, that this site is particularly interesting. Stepping inside the mosque you get a real sense of reverence, and it’s fascinating to be able to see the series of tombs inside and to sit a moment beneath the main dome in contemplation. You have to pay extra to enter the mausoleum even if you have the pass that allows you to access all of the attractions in Khiva, but I’d certainly say it’s worth it.

4. Friday Mosque (Juma Mosque)

Zhamoat Markazi 1, Khiva 220900 Uzbekistan +998 62 375 24 55 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 466 reviews

Friday Mosque (Juma Mosque)

Reviewed By Rose-Gul - Bucharest, Romania

this open air ancient mosque with its 213 beautiful carved wooden pillars will amaze you with its unique architecture. Have a look inside and notice how different the many pillars are carved.

5. Stone Palace (Tash Khauli)

Khiva Uzbekistan
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4.5 based on 174 reviews

Stone Palace (Tash Khauli)

This 19th-century palace was the residence of the ruler of Khiva, Allah Kuli Khan.

Reviewed By PandaHouston - Houston, United States

Entrance is covered when you buy a ticket. We bought the VIP ticket for 150000 som. There are a couple of rooms with beautiful blue tile. There is also a yurt on display in the courtyard of one of the rooms. This palace is where the Khan used to live with his wives and concubines. There are a lot of smaller rooms you can go into and explore.

6. Mohammed Amin Madrassah

Pahlavon mahmud 1 Ichan Qala Historical Complex, Khiva 220900 Uzbekistan +998 62 375 49 45 [email protected] http://www.orexca.com/monuments_khiva_kalta_minor.shtml
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4.5 based on 296 reviews

Mohammed Amin Madrassah

Reviewed By chrisconway201 - Chelmsford, United Kingdom

The Madrasah was built in 1851-1854 by the order of Khiva ruler Muhammad Amin-Khan and was named after him. The building of the Madrasah of Muhammed Amin-Khan has five domes and flank towers. The facade is decorated with rich glazed bricks and wooden doors with ornamental carving. Madrassah of Muhammed Amin-Khan is one of the main sights

7. Islam Khodja Complex

Khiva Uzbekistan
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4.5 based on 136 reviews

Islam Khodja Complex

Reviewed By Vukojebinje - London, United Kingdom

The Islam Khodja Complex is certainly worth a look inside - the museum is interesting and informative, and an excellent way to access the history of Khiva. But, for me, the minaret is certainly one of the must-see sites in Khiva. It’s a climb, but you’ll get better views from the top than anywhere in the city and you certainly won’t regret it. This was one of the best parts of our trip to Khiva.

8. Kalta Minor Minaret

Khiva Uzbekistan
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4.5 based on 120 reviews

Kalta Minor Minaret

Reviewed By Vukojebinje - London, United Kingdom

For me, the minaret was Khiva. I’ve never seen anything like this, and it simply commands your attention from wherever you might be. The colours are stunning and the sheer size of it is surprising, and I don’t think that you can come to Khiva without seeing it many times. For me, this alone made the trip out to Khiva worth it. It’s a real shame that you can’t go inside - I understand that you haven’t been able to for decades.

9. Kosh-Darvoza Gates

Tashpulatova St., Khiva Uzbekistan
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Kosh-Darvoza Gates

10. Avesto Monument

Avesto Park, Urgench Uzbekistan
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Avesto Monument

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