Bukhara Artisan Development Center, Bukhara

Bukhara Artisan Development Center, Bukhara

Located in the historical city of Bukhara, the Bukhara Artisan Development Center is a thriving hub that celebrates and preserves the rich cultural and artistic traditions of this Central Asian region. This center serves as a critical focal point for the exploration and revitalization of Bukhara's world-renowned crafts, such as carpet weaving, gold embroidery, ceramics, and wood carving.

The center offers immersive experiences for tourists and visitors who are keen to understand and appreciate the local art scene. Visitors can explore the vast array of handicrafts, observe artisans at work, or even participate in hands-on workshops to experience the making of these crafts first-hand.

Overall, the Bukhara Artisan Development Center serves not only as a hub for local artisans to showcase and sell their work, but it also plays a critical role in preserving and promoting the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Bukhara.

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Sight Name: Bukhara Artisan Development Center
Sight Location: Bukhara, Uzbekistan (See walking tours in Bukhara)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Create Your Own Walk in Bukhara

Create Your Own Walk in Bukhara

Creating your own self-guided walk in Bukhara is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Bukhara Introduction Walking Tour

Bukhara Introduction Walking Tour

Alexander the Great reportedly stated that "a carpet from Bukhara is worth a kingdom!" One and a half millennia after him, Ibn Battuta, a 14th-century Moroccan traveler, described this splendid city as "a meeting place of the nations and a market of the world."

Centuries on, the pearl of modern-day Uzbekistan, Bukhara, is still very much the place capable of leaving a...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
Bukhara Shopping Tour

Bukhara Shopping Tour

Bukhara, “a jewel of the Silk Road”, has been a commercial city since ancient times. Shopping here can still be a memorable experience for those keen to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of Central Asian trade.

Bazaars are the heartbeats of Bukhara. Historically, these domed venues were located at crossroads, to facilitate passing commerce, and dealt in a variety of goods. There,...  view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.6 Km or 0.4 Miles