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As the pearl of the Central Asian Silk Road, Samarkand boasts magnificent mosques and Islamic schools. This trip focuses on the Summer Mosque Shah-i Zinda and Tilla-Kari Islamic School to experience the unique architectural art and religious culture of the area.

Recommended routes and must-do items:
You can start your journey from Shah-i Zinda Summer Mosque (MX6Q+P4H, M-37, Samarkand). It is one of the most famous tomb complexes in Samarkand, impressive with its brilliantly colored tiles and fine domed architecture. Along the mosque corridor, you can slowly admire every detail of the carvings and feel the atmosphere of religious history and art blending.

The itinerary recommends spending 1-2 hours visiting Shah-i Zinda, taking photos including the exterior walls of the main mosque, staircase corridors, and among the various ancient tombstones. During the visit, be careful to dress appropriately and respect the religious site, and women are advised to carry silk scarves.

The second stop is recommended to Tilla-Kari Islamic School (MX4G+46P, Toshkent yo'li, Samarkand), open year-round, regular hours are 08:00-23:00, but only open until 18:00 on Tuesdays. The biggest feature of Tilla-Kari is the splendid dome and lobby, especially the ceiling with pure gold decoration, the whole space appears noble and solemn. The school itself is one of the three major universities in Samarkand, and it is recommended to reserve about 1 hour for a visit.

Tilla-Kari has many photo hotspots, including the blue arch outside the main gate, the central courtyard and the golden dome of the main hall. It is recommended to use the morning or evening hours, where natural light is best and colors complement the beauty of the architecture. In addition, the same should be kept quiet and do not make loud noises when visiting.

Tips and Notes:
1. The tour can be arranged to go to Shah-i Zinda in the morning and Tilla-Kari in the afternoon.
2. Step by step from the mosque to the Islamic school, feeling the charm of the ancient city of Samarkand along the way.
3. Please avoid using flash when taking photos in the pavilion and be respectful of other travelers.
4. Before entering the room, it is best to check the opening hours of the day, especially on Tuesdays, to avoid a wasted trip.
5. It is recommended to bring your own sunscreen, hat and water.

Closing topic:
Have you encountered any particularly shocking mosque architecture when you visit Samarkand? Where would the most beautiful angle to take pictures be?

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