Photo Gallery

Bukhara


This private gallery in the former Olimjon Caravanserai contains mesmerising photos of Bukhara Jews, gypsies and city life shot by Bukharan photographer Shavkat Boltaev. Prints of many of the photos are for sale.


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5. Turki Jandi Mausoleum

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