Registan
Registan
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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The centerpiece of the city is one of the most important monuments of Islamic arts.
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- becklambert157 contributionsPreferred an evening trip without the shopkeepersChildhood dream realised. It is without a doubt beautiful however the shops and number of people could be overwhelming and detract. First went in the evening and decided to go in for a look. You can easily sit and enjoy the square without paying to go in. However by going in later it meant that none of the shopkeepers were there or stalls out so could just enjoy the buildings for what they were/are with very few people. There’s then a sound and light show which I hadn’t realised beforehand. Returned during the day and paid for a guide which was helpful in getting a better understanding. The drawback of going during ‘daylight’ is the shops are open and the pestering can be quite high. It was harder to enjoy the buildings and in some respects I preferred Khiva.Visited April 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten March 4, 2024
- Kot TKhanty-Mansiysk, Russia2,554 contributionsMonument to the greatness of antiquityA key attraction of Samarkand, a business card. A masterpiece of Islamic architecture and other praises - Registan is worthy of them. The sun is favorable for photography in the first half of the day. Entrance ticket is 65,000 sum (485 rubles), sometimes security lets you in secretly for 50,000 sum. In the evening there is spectacular lighting, and at 19:00 (in the winter season) there is color music. For 75,000 sum (500 rubles) you can get to one of the towers - minarets. The staircase there is very narrow and with high steps. In the courtyards there are a lot of retail outlets with clothes, dishes, souvenirs - merchants lure you to their place. There are elements of a museum with mannequins, photographs and models of buildings in their original form. The place is crowded, there are always excursion groups and gypsies here.Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 4, 2024
- fozjonJaipur, India1,936 contributionsiconic Samarkandit would be a horrible pity, a total loss, to visit Samarkand and not visit Registan Square. This place is amazing and is, at least one of, the main reason to make the trip to Samarkand. The place is gorgeous. It was a bit strange to see so many market type shops set up in each of these buildings.Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 14, 2024
- Sergey MoscowMoscow, Russia239 contributionsA nice place!Of course, for Uzbekistan and Samarkand this is a place of attraction for tourists. We visited the square twice, during the day and in the evening we entered the territory itself. In five minutes we walked around everything and began to wait for the evening light show. Not bad for one time! We watched several programs, just a light show and a historical immersion into the past of Samarkand. Also, on the territory nearby there is fast food, coffee stands and a run-down toilet! Nearby there is an opportunity to take a photo in national costume, but we didn’t like the photos, so we took a quick one. If you get to Samarkand, then by all means end up here!Visited April 2024Traveled with familyWritten April 18, 2024
- lo jaipurTroyes, France125 contributionsA wonderWonderful, magical, incredible. There are not enough qualifiers and the score of 5 is insufficient, 10/5 could be suitable. The architecture, the size of the place and the colors are extraordinary but everything is surrounded by greenery, well-kept and very clean gardens, very friendly locals, a café with ice cream, sandwiches and drinks at more than reasonable prices. for a tourist hotspot. Visit the Registhan at different times to enjoy the changing colors. In the sun during the day, at nightfall with the lighting then more kitsch around 9 p.m. for sound and lightVisited May 2024Traveled with friendsWritten May 6, 2024
- Kamila KovalevskayaMitino, Russia57 contributionsWalk with your loved oneStunning architecture of the East! I can’t even believe that these buildings are several centuries old! We walked around almost the entire old city. A great place for a photo shoot and relaxation with your loved ones!Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten May 12, 2024
- DamoolMelbourne, Australia60 contributionsWhoaThis place is amazing and a must see. Queue up and buy an entry ticket - hard to believe how many people go to the front and expect to push in. WTF. "Get back" Beautifully maintained. Quiet early but became busy quickly. So much history. Interesting the women having professional glamour shots taken around the site - potential film stars?Visited May 2024Traveled soloWritten May 12, 2024
- Reslysten54Vienna, Virginia2,722 contributionsStupendous!It's up there with Taj Mahal and very few other places on earth. The ambiance is special at night when there is a simple but enticing light show and some music. We visited at a time when lots of locals were out with their families, enjoying the weather, ice cream, coffee, and the magnificent view from the free and publicly accessible platform. What a party!Visited April 2024Traveled with friendsWritten May 18, 2024
- mel7155Singapore, Singapore1,356 contributionsThe reason why you come to SamarkandRegistan to us is much better than Bukhara as it is more refurbished, better presented than Bukhara’s Karon Ensemble. Bukgara 3 famous buildings - the minaret, madrassah and mosque are all poorly or largely ignored - though it gives an archaic feel, it looks largely forgotten . Compared to Registan, the buildings here are so much more better maintained , well illuminated and vastly more attractive with the loving retouching up of the monuments. The sites are awe inspiring !Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 13, 2024
- Bunty8United Kingdom658 contributionsWonderfulHave wanted to visit since I was child and it didn’t disappoint, truly wonderful. Although busy it didn’t feel crowded, we visited early went to viewing platform for photos then down into square itself, coming back at night for the light show. We had excellent guide who explained history and restoration work, was highlight of our trip along the Silk Road.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 18, 2024
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia20,245 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
Though I knew and was prepared what I'm about to see, I stood in disbelief and jaw dropped when I came here first time.
Samarkand was the last city on our 8 days Uzbek tour and that is just the right order, as if you came here first you'd be disappointed with others.
Best place to see this amazing square is from the viewing platform and it's free.
The square consist of 3 beautiful Madrasahs and you cannot tell which's more beautiful. The left one is Ulugh Begh's, the oldest one built 1417-20, in the middle is the youngest Tilya Kohri 1646-60 and to the right is Sherdor 1619-36.
If you want to descend down and visit them (which you definitely should) you must pay around a 5$ fee at the ticket booth left from the platform.
We were 3 times at different times on the square during our 3 days in Samarkand and found it being the best just after the sunset. At 8 PM (October time) is a laser and music show illuminating the square in different colors which looks amazing, though little bit kitschy.
Samarkand was the last city on our 8 days Uzbek tour and that is just the right order, as if you came here first you'd be disappointed with others.
Best place to see this amazing square is from the viewing platform and it's free.
The square consist of 3 beautiful Madrasahs and you cannot tell which's more beautiful. The left one is Ulugh Begh's, the oldest one built 1417-20, in the middle is the youngest Tilya Kohri 1646-60 and to the right is Sherdor 1619-36.
If you want to descend down and visit them (which you definitely should) you must pay around a 5$ fee at the ticket booth left from the platform.
We were 3 times at different times on the square during our 3 days in Samarkand and found it being the best just after the sunset. At 8 PM (October time) is a laser and music show illuminating the square in different colors which looks amazing, though little bit kitschy.
Written November 17, 2024
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Saboredo
Lleida, Spain177 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
Difficult to describe how spectacular this square is, it is certainly worth going in several times to see it at different times of the day to appreciate all its details and its corners.
Every time you come in you have to pay the entrance fee, but it's worth it.
The only exception would be the arguable nightly show of lights and sounds, which is a tacky pebble. This one I recommend to see from the outside viewpoint (free) if it is something that catches your attention.
Every time you come in you have to pay the entrance fee, but it's worth it.
The only exception would be the arguable nightly show of lights and sounds, which is a tacky pebble. This one I recommend to see from the outside viewpoint (free) if it is something that catches your attention.
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Written September 23, 2024
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MarcusHurley
Calne, UK10,886 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The Registan is fabulous, one of the most awesome buildings in the world. We woke early and were both out before 6.30 to watch the sunrise. Another guy from the tour was there too and we paid one of the security to guards to get 'early admittance' to the buildings themselves. It was absolutely wonderful to walk around and look at the architecture and design without other people although a low bank of cloud delayed the sunset.
We spent about an hour wandering into the different madrassas and courtyards before walking back to the hotel for a rather nice breakfast. Luckily there was no rush as the tour start was knocked back 30 minutes so we were able to take our time.
First stop on the tour was ... the Registan again! We had yet another meander through the site and the sun was higher so the colours were a lot stronger. There were more people but it was by no means crowded and we were able to go onto the first floor in one of the buildings which let us see the internal construction and also gave a different set of views. There were also mini museums in some of the rooms which was interesting, learning about the scientific advances made in this period and how they influenced world history. There was also a beautiful mosque with golden interior that hadn't been open before in the Tilya-Kori Madrasah, the newest of the three at just 350 years old.
I walked back to the Registan (3rd time) to watch the sunset. When I arrived it was pretty empty of people but the noise of the birds in the nearby trees was amazing! Deb then joined me and we stayed there for about 45 minutes watching the sky slowly darken and then the building lights get switched on. It was a wonderful evening and probably rivals sunrise over Palmyra for my best holiday experiences.
We spent about an hour wandering into the different madrassas and courtyards before walking back to the hotel for a rather nice breakfast. Luckily there was no rush as the tour start was knocked back 30 minutes so we were able to take our time.
First stop on the tour was ... the Registan again! We had yet another meander through the site and the sun was higher so the colours were a lot stronger. There were more people but it was by no means crowded and we were able to go onto the first floor in one of the buildings which let us see the internal construction and also gave a different set of views. There were also mini museums in some of the rooms which was interesting, learning about the scientific advances made in this period and how they influenced world history. There was also a beautiful mosque with golden interior that hadn't been open before in the Tilya-Kori Madrasah, the newest of the three at just 350 years old.
I walked back to the Registan (3rd time) to watch the sunset. When I arrived it was pretty empty of people but the noise of the birds in the nearby trees was amazing! Deb then joined me and we stayed there for about 45 minutes watching the sky slowly darken and then the building lights get switched on. It was a wonderful evening and probably rivals sunrise over Palmyra for my best holiday experiences.
Written October 20, 2023
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Craig H
Dubai, United Arab Emirates15 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone but unfortunately people will of course go because it’s hyped up online and seems to be the go to place for tourists.
This was at the top of our list whilst we were in Samarkand but unfortunately was a big let down. The building looks amazing from the outside and you can view this from outside the boundary without paying the fee of 60,000 som to enter . Once you enter into the building itself there are lots of sellers just basically selling arts and crafts, I felt scammed after laying the extortionate fee to enter. You could just as easily observe the lonely building from the outside without going inside, the sellers inside ruin the whole ambience of the place. I was hoping to learn some history of the busing but instead was just hassled to buy stuff. Stayed about half hour and got fed up and left.
This was at the top of our list whilst we were in Samarkand but unfortunately was a big let down. The building looks amazing from the outside and you can view this from outside the boundary without paying the fee of 60,000 som to enter . Once you enter into the building itself there are lots of sellers just basically selling arts and crafts, I felt scammed after laying the extortionate fee to enter. You could just as easily observe the lonely building from the outside without going inside, the sellers inside ruin the whole ambience of the place. I was hoping to learn some history of the busing but instead was just hassled to buy stuff. Stayed about half hour and got fed up and left.
Written February 16, 2024
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BnMadven
New York City, NY703 contributions
Nov 2022
Our trip to Uzbekistan culminated with making the last city we visited Samarkand and a visit to the Registan. Nothing prepares you for the view when you see it in all of its glory and coming during a slower part of the season meant a better chance to experience it with less people about. I got goosebumps, standing in the middle of the square. If you have not read up on the history of the buildings, you might benefit from a guide. Otherwise, your visits to each of the madrassas will also be punctuated with souvenir stalls and vendors, hawking wares (though my partner and I thought that lent to the charm of Samarkand having been one of the major cities of the Silk Road). The mosaic and tile work on both the Ulugh Beg and Sher-Dor madrassas are astoundingly restored. The interior of the dome of the mosque within the Tilya-Kori madrassa is one of the most beautiful sights I have ever seen. It is all of the splendor of the Silk Road and more.
Notes:
1) Take a Turkish coffee or tea break on the 2nd floor cafe in the Ulugh Beg madrassa courtyard for a bit of respite.
2) You can climb the minaret of the Ulugh Beg madrassa (for a fee) if you mention this to a security guard.
3) Your ticket is good for one visit and the complex is lit up (beautifully) at night. So unless you wish to pay more than once, you will need to time your visit to get both daytime and nighttime experiences (I paid again to come at night). Your night visits will reward you with quieter and clearer shots in the courtyards as the vendors will mostly have closed up. Though it looked as if they were working on the light show, we didn't stay long enough for it to actually start, as it was never clear if there was an actual start time (but they kept changing the light colors while we were there).
Notes:
1) Take a Turkish coffee or tea break on the 2nd floor cafe in the Ulugh Beg madrassa courtyard for a bit of respite.
2) You can climb the minaret of the Ulugh Beg madrassa (for a fee) if you mention this to a security guard.
3) Your ticket is good for one visit and the complex is lit up (beautifully) at night. So unless you wish to pay more than once, you will need to time your visit to get both daytime and nighttime experiences (I paid again to come at night). Your night visits will reward you with quieter and clearer shots in the courtyards as the vendors will mostly have closed up. Though it looked as if they were working on the light show, we didn't stay long enough for it to actually start, as it was never clear if there was an actual start time (but they kept changing the light colors while we were there).
Written December 22, 2022
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ishirock
Machida, Japan3,578 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
This is definitely the highlight of Uzbekistan. It was crowded with both tourists and locals.
You can only see three mosques standing opposite each other here.
Many of the interiors are souvenir shops, but it is recommended to allow at least two hours for some of them to look like a museum or have a proper mosque prayer hall.
Especially in the morning, there are few people and I highly recommend it because you can have the mosque to yourself. Also, don’t miss out on projection mapping at night!
You can only see three mosques standing opposite each other here.
Many of the interiors are souvenir shops, but it is recommended to allow at least two hours for some of them to look like a museum or have a proper mosque prayer hall.
Especially in the morning, there are few people and I highly recommend it because you can have the mosque to yourself. Also, don’t miss out on projection mapping at night!
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Written August 4, 2024
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Jennie M
3 contributions
Dec 2024 • Business
Registan Square in Samarkand is an architectural masterpiece, with stunning madrasas and intricate tile work that leave a lasting impression. Thanks to Stantours, my visit was seamless—our guide shared fascinating insights into the history and significance of this iconic site. The company ensured every detail was taken care of, making this a truly unforgettable experience. Highly recommend visiting Registan Square with Stantours for a smooth and enriching journey.
Written February 8, 2025
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Bibiana V
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May 2024 • Solo
The place is magnificent. However the tourist experience turns real bad when the small shop owners don't play clean. I chose to buy a piece of cloth with the colorful embroidery... supposedly silk. It was white with red silk (they said). i washed it as they told me, and it all became pink. I don't recommend buying inside those small stores @Registan Square, unless you know what you are buying.
Written May 19, 2024
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saronic
Zurich, Switzerland29,113 contributions
Sep 2022 • Solo
Whenever there was talk of Uzbekistan in the old days an image that came immediately to my mind was that of Samarkand's Registan. To see it in reality is no disappointment. There are great views from an elevated terrace just in front, a popular place also for locals, especially when getting married. After admiring the whole architectural ensemble one should go down and get a ticket for 50'000 Som for a close up of the three madrasah (Islamic schools).
To the left, when looking at Registan, is Ulu Begh Madrasah (15th century), to the right the Sher-Dor Madrasah and in the middle the Tilya Kori Madrasah (both from the 17th century). It is possible to enter these places, where in the former students rooms are now souvenir shops or exhibitions. Plenty of architectural details in these structures can keep one occupied for quite some time, like the tiger heads in a sun at the Sher-Dor Madrasah or the gilded interior of the mosque inside the Tilya Kori Madrasah.
To the left, when looking at Registan, is Ulu Begh Madrasah (15th century), to the right the Sher-Dor Madrasah and in the middle the Tilya Kori Madrasah (both from the 17th century). It is possible to enter these places, where in the former students rooms are now souvenir shops or exhibitions. Plenty of architectural details in these structures can keep one occupied for quite some time, like the tiger heads in a sun at the Sher-Dor Madrasah or the gilded interior of the mosque inside the Tilya Kori Madrasah.
Written August 8, 2023
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Igor Alexeev
Moscow, Russia133,894 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The magnificent central square of Samarkand. The main registan of Uzbekistan and the most famous registan of Central Asia. Known, first of all, for its unique architectural ensemble, which includes three madrassas - Ulugbek (XV century), Sherdor and Tillya-Kari (XVII century). The ensemble is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is a museum object, for this reason there is an entrance fee: 50,000 UZS (3.75 EUR, 375 RUB) per ticket.

Written February 6, 2024
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Hi Daniel - We plan to be in Uzbekistan in May. Does the light and sound show happen everyday ? Do you have to book tickets in advance ?
Written April 5, 2023
I didn't opt for this, but the entire area was beautifully shining in the evening
Written April 25, 2023
Ma bisogna pagare un biglietto per entrare nella piazza? Grazie
Written August 9, 2019
Sì. La spianata è transennata e per accedere si deve acquistare un biglietto. Il botteghino è all’estrema destra. Il biglietto (piuttosto economico) permette di accedere alla piazza e alle mederse.
Written August 9, 2019
レギスタン広場のライトアップに行かれた方、曜日を教えてください。よろしくお願いします。※土日しかライトアップしていないという情報ありの為
Written February 5, 2019
8月の普通の水曜日に行きました。20:00頃行ったのですが、けっこう人だかりでライトアップ待ちという感じでした。しばらく待ってみて、諦めかけた頃(たぶん5〜10分後)パッとライトアップされました!色鮮やかなライトアップではなく、普通のライトの色だけでした。ちなみに、私はガイドさんと行ったのですが、ガイドさんもはっきりわかっていないようでした。ただ、入場券を売っているところで聞くと分かると言っていた気がします。土日や祝日のような日は華やかなライトアップかもしれませんね。ステキな旅になるといいですね🌟
Written February 6, 2019
Merhaba hocam! Ben Ali, Özbekistanlıyım. Kastamonu Üniversitesi Turizm fakültesinde Yüksek Lisans yapıyorum. Özbekistan hakkında yazdıklarınızı okudum. Ben de bir makale yazıyordum.Türkiye ile Özbekistan ortasında inanç turizmi güzergahının açılmasına yönelik örnek uygulama. Sizden rica etsem şu 6 soruya cevaplaya bilir misiniz? Önceden çok teşekkür ediyorum.
Saygılarımla Ali Özbek!
1. Özbekistan hakkında düşünceniz nedir?
2. Özbekistan kelimesini duyduğunuzda ilk aklınıza ne gelmektedir? En çok neyi hatırlıyorsunuz?
3. Özbekistan’a ne zaman gittiniz? Gitme nedeniniz ve kaç kere bulundunuz? Gitme düşünceniz nasıl oluştu?
4. Özbekistan’da kültürel mirasları deneyimi yaşadınız mı? Yaşadıysanız görüşleriniz nelerdir? Özbekistan’da hangi evliya ve âlimlerin türbelerini biliyorsunuz?
5. Özbekistan’da en çok neyi beğendiniz/beğenmediniz?
6. Özbekistan’a tur düzenlenirse tekrar gitmek ister miydiniz?
Written March 5, 2018
Özbekistan, Türk olduğunu unutmuş fakat yavaş yavaş yeniden hatırlamakta olan insanların yaşadığı bir ülke. Özbekistan, bizim pidemizi andıran ekmeğiyle bütünleşmiş bir imaja sahip. Özbekistan'a üçüncü gelişim, ailevi sebeplerle. Kültürel miras çok yoğun. İyiye gidiş var ama yine de büyük yol katledilmesi gerekiyor. Özellikle Semerkand'da, muhteşem yapıların içi dükkanlara emanet edilmiş. Bunun yerine tarihi canlandırmalara yer verilmesi gerekir. Yabancılarla yerliler arasındaki giriş ücreti farkının 10 kattan fazla olması da çok rahatsız edici.
Written November 27, 2020
Gibt es Führer die eine europäische Sprache sprechen??
Written December 31, 2016
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