A Must-Visit in Samarkand: The Stunning Registan Madrasa Complex

Central Asia’s most beautiful medieval architectural ensemble, a millennium in a glance!

The Registan Madrasa consists of three breathtaking buildings, truly Uzbekistan’s version of the "Encyclopedia of Islamic Architecture"! 💫

📍 Location: City center of Samarkand, next to Toshkent ko'chasi
🕒 Hours: Open year-round, 08:00-20:00

💡 Tips:
1️⃣ Recommended to visit at dusk, as the nighttime light show takes place here✨
2️⃣ Each madrasa has its own unique features; the Ulugh Beg Madrasa in the middle is the top recommendation
3️⃣ The architectural details are exquisite, don’t forget to bring a telephoto lens

🌙 The nighttime light show is simply stunning! The madrasas shine resplendently under the lights, as if traveling back to the Middle Ages!

📸 Photo spots:
👉 Panoramic view of the main courtyard
👉 Colorful mosaic walls
👉 Sunflower-patterned domes

Post by M@s0n Turn3 | Oct 25, 2025