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MALThe Sun: Bukhara is a shining example of a medieval Muslim city in Central Asia
The website of the leading Malaysian newspaper "The Sun" published an article under the title "Medieval wonders of Bukhara: Explore the ancient city of Uzbekistan"
The publication reports that Bukhara was an important destination for traders and merchants on the historic Silk Road. According to the information, this ancient city, located almost two hours by high-speed train from Samarkand, grew out of marshy terrain and became a key center of the Islamic religion, particularly Sufism.
"The atmosphere of the city is completely different from the serene Samarkand, as its medieval cityscape evokes the feeling that time has seemingly stood still. Bukhara is a striking example of a medieval Muslim city in Central Asia and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1993," the author writes.
It is noted that according to UNESCO, Bukhara is described as "the most complete and intact example of a medieval Central Asian city that has preserved its urban structure to this day." "It was the largest centre of Muslim theology, especially Sufism, in the Middle East, with more than 200 mosques and 100 madrassas existing between the 9th and 16th centuries," the author reports. "Locals still gather for Friday prayers at the Jame Mosque, which was originally built for the emirs of Bukhara. In the city you can find quality ceramics, tea sets, embossed dishes, large painted dishes for plov and other national treats," The Sun sums up.
Source: IA "Dunyo"
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