A trip to Uzbekistan is not complete without a trip to Samarkand. The entire city is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Most of the sites have been renovated within the past 100 years or so, which makes the colors brilliant and the stonework impressive. But even without the renovations these structures would still be amazing.
And stop by In the Desh to check out his awesome photos of Samarkand.
Registan. Comprised of three separate madrasa's.
The lower rooms were used for studying, while the upper rooms were used for sleeping. Usually two to three boys lived in each room. Now, the rooms are mostly used as tourist shops.
Amir Temur Mausoleum
Taking a Coke (or Fanta) break.
The Shaki-Zinda Memorial Complex of Islamic Architecture
Afternoon Prayers
Adventures in Serendipity 
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