Afrosiab Museum
Archaeological · Samarkand
The site of ancient Samarkand, dating back to the 8th century BC. The museum displays a 7th-century fresco, a masterpiece of Sogdian painting depicting Samarkand before the Mongol invasion of Genghis Khan. Here lie the layers of a 2,500-year-old city. Most tourists don't know about it, but those who do are amazed. Wandering the Afrosiab hills lets you feel ancient history.
- Address
- Afrosiab settlement, 2 km from Samarkand
- Opening hours
- 09:00–17:00
- Entry fee
- 35,000 UZS
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