The Bukhara Region is an administrative region in central Uzbekistan, in Central Asia. It takes its name from the historic city of Bukhara, which sits within it and is the region's best-known destination for visitors.
Bukhara itself belonged to the Silk Road, the network of routes that linked China with the Mediterranean world. Its architectural monuments are listed as UNESCO World Heritage, and they are the main reason many travellers come to the region. Walking through the old city, with its heritage buildings set among the streets, gives a clear sense of the place's long role as a centre of trade and learning.
What a visit offers
- The UNESCO-listed architectural monuments of Bukhara, which form the core of the region's appeal.
- The historic Silk Road atmosphere of the city, suited to slow exploration on foot.
- The wider region, which extends beyond the city and gives a view of central Uzbekistan away from the urban centre.
Planning your trip
The region is a good fit for travellers interested in history, architecture and the cultural heritage of the Silk Road. Because the monuments are spread through the city, allowing a full day or more lets you see them at an unhurried pace. Visitors heading to central Uzbekistan will find the region a natural stop on a wider itinerary.
