This week’s guest on Travel Nuggets is … my dad!!! My dad is my travel inspiration (I’ve copied SO many of his trip ideas) and he also loves history like me. In this episode, we completely nerd-out on the history, topography, architecture and culture of the heart of Tamerlane’s empire.

Also, I recommend checking out this book: Tamerlane: Sword of Islam, Conqueror of the World by Justin Marisa

Guv-i Amir Mausoleum (Tashkent)

Tamerlane Statue

Arc Citadel (Khiva)

Cher Minor Madrassa (Bukhara)

Shah-i Zinda Necropolis (Samarkand)

Plav