Samarqand Samarkand

• Colleges and Universities

• Samarkand – Crossroads of Cultures  - UNESCO's brief introduction to the listing of the city as a World Heritage site; also includes maps, documentation, and photo galleries.
• Samarkand.info  - A visitors guide to the city and its rich heritage, with practical advice, including how to get there, where to stay, and maps.
• Timurid Architecture in Samarkand  - An article about the Timurid dynasty of Central Asia, and the architectural heritage in Samarqand, once their capital.