the history and modern samarkand.pptx

History of Samarkand

1. Author: Sardorbek Kholdorov Information Technology Presenation topic: Samarkand the ancient and modern city WSB Academy

2. The history of the Greatest Samarkand WSB Academy

3. WSB Academy Overview Location: Southeastern Uzbekistan Population: ~500,000 Historical Significance Ancient City: One of Central Asia's oldest cities Silk Road: Key stop on the historic trade route Cultural Heritage UNESCO Site: Recognized for historical architecture Landmarks: Registan Square, Shah- i - Zinda , Bibi- Khanym Mosque Economy Main Activities: Tourism, agriculture, crafts Key Products: Silk, textiles, fruits, nuts Education Institutions: Samarkand State University Modern Day Infrastructure: Modern amenities with historic sites Transport: Connected by road, rail, and air

4. WSB Academy List of questions about Samarkand What is the historical significance of Samarkand? What are some of the most famous architectural landmarks in Samarkand? How did the conquests by Alexander the Great and Genghis Khan impact Samarkand? Why is Samarkand considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site? What role did Samarkand play in the spread of Islam in Central Asia? How did Timur (Tamerlane) transform Samarkand into a cultural and intellectual hub? What were the primary economic activities in ancient Samarkand? What evidence exists of ancient Samarkand’s influence on science and education? How has the architecture of Samarkand evolved over centuries? What are the current preservation efforts for Samarkand’s historical sites?

5. Samarkand is one of the oldest cities in the world, founded around the 8th century BC. He is the same age as ancient Rome. WSB Academy

6. In ancient history, Samarkand is known as the capital of the ancient state of Sogdiana , described back in the 6th century. BC e. in the sacred book of Zoroastrianism - the Avesta . WSB Academy

7. Throughout the history of Samarkand, many rulers have changed, but Amir Temur became the most memorable of all WSB Academy Amir Temur Temur

8. Amir Temur made an outstanding contribution to the national state system, education and culture, to the overall development of his state. He contributed to the construction of monumental historical buildings, especially in Samarkand. Some of them can be seen today. WSB Academy

9. Registan Registan (from reg - sand and stan - place; literally - a place covered with sand) is the name of the main squares in the cities of the Middle East. WSB Academy

10. The Registan ensemble includes 3 buildings: Sher-Dor , Tillya -Kori and Ulugbek Madrasah WSB Academy

11. Sherdor Madrasah Sherdor (Uzbek. Sherd о r m а dras а si , Tajik. Madrasai Sherdor - literally. Madrasah with lions) is one of the three most famous madrasahs in Samarkand, built in 1619-1636. on the Registan square. WSB Academy

12. Tillya -Kari Tillya -Kari (Uzbek. Tilla Qori mаdrasаsi ) is one and three famous madrasahs in Samarkand, built in the middle of the 17th century on Registan Square. WSB Academy

13. Ulugbek madrasah Ulugbek madrasah (Uzbek. Ulug`bek madrasasi ) is the oldest madrasah of the architectural ensemble in Samarkand, built in 1417-1420. ruler of the Timurid state and astronomer Ulugbek . WSB Academy

14. When Amir Temur once again returned from the campaign. Bibi Khanum was waiting for him at home with a surprise in the form of a palace built in his honor and named Bibi Khanum WSB Academy

15. Bibi Hanum Bibi (Uzbek. Bibi-Xonim masjidi ) is an architectural monument of 1399-1404. in Samarkand, the grandiose cathedral mosque of Tamerlane, richly decorated with tiles, carved marble and paintings. WSB Academy

16. In addition to all the above listed cultural monuments in Samarkand there are such monuments as Gur Emir, Shahi-Zinda , etc. WSB Academy

17. Gur-Emir Gur-Emir (Uzbek. Go'ri Amir, Tajik. Guri Amir from Pers. گورِ امیر - " Tomb of the Emir") - the mausoleum of the Asian conqueror Amir Timur (also known as Tamerlane) in Samarkand WSB Academy

18. Shahi Zinda Shahi Zinda (Persian شاه زنده - literally "living king", in Persian sound - Shokh-i Zinda ) is a monument of medieval architecture in Samarkand (Uzbekistan), an ensemble of mausoleums of the Samarkad nobility. The complex that has come down to us consists of eleven mausoleums, which were successively attached to each other during the XIV-XV centuries. WSB Academy

19. The mysterious monument of Shahi - Zinda has its own legend, which says that during the persecution of the pagans, Shah Kussam ibn Abbas hid in a well. And 7 centuries after returning from another campaign, Amir Temur wished to worship at the graves of saints, many of whom are buried in Samarkand. WSB Academy

20. Finally, Timur drove up to the well in which Shakhi-Zinda hid from the pagan enemies at the time when Samarkand had just been conquered by the Arabs and Islam began to be implanted in it. Then a doubt fell on Timur - is it true that Shahi-Zinda , the great and revered saint, is alive WSB Academy

21. He turned to his companions and said: “I have read in history books, and all people know that Shakhi-Zinda hid in the well when he was pursued by the rebellious and renounced Islam from Samarkand, that he is alive and is in the well. I want to know if this is fair, has not Shokhi-Zinda already died? " WSB Academy

22. Then Temur decided to send one of his soldiers to the well so that he would learn the truth about Shokhi-Zinda . One man from among the soldiers, named Khida , volunteered to offer Temur . He went down to the well and saw Shahi Zinda Kussam there, but Shahi Zinda , having learned, that this person was not one of them told him if you tell Amir Temur that you saw here then you will go blind and each of your offspring will be born blind. Climbing to the top, Hida told everything Amir Temur how he was forced to do it and immediately went blind WSB Academy

23. This is our Great and Ancient City of Samarkand WSB Academy

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26. How to get to Samarkand from Dabrowa Gornicza WSB Academy Step 1: Depart from Poland Nearest Airport: Katowice International Airport (KTW) or Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK). Transportation to Airport: From Dąbrowa Górnicza to Katowice Airport: Approximately 30 minutes by car or bus. From Dąbrowa Górnicza to Kraków Airport: Approximately 1.5 hours by car or train. Step 2: Fly to a Major Hub Common Layover Cities: Istanbul (IST), Moscow (SVO/DME), Tashkent (TAS). Airlines: Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, Uzbekistan Airways. Step 3: Connecting Flight to Samarkand From Istanbul: Direct flights to Samarkand (SKD) available. From Moscow: Direct flights to Samarkand (SKD) available. From Tashkent: Domestic flight to Samarkand (SKD). Step 4: Arrive in Samarkand Airport: Samarkand International Airport (SKD). Transportation to City Center: Taxi or shuttle service (approximately 15-20 minutes). Example Itinerary Departure: Katowice (KTW) or Kraków (KRK) to Istanbul (IST) or Moscow (SVO/DME). Layover: Istanbul or Moscow. Connecting Flight: Istanbul or Moscow to Samarkand (SKD). Tips Check Flight Options: Use flight comparison websites (e.g., Skyscanner, Kayak) to find the best route and prices. Travel Time: Total travel time can vary between 8-16 hours, depending on layover duration.