Discover the Silk Road: Camel Tour with Barry
Tour description
Discover the Silk Road: Camel Tour with Barry
Join us for an insightful journey into the heart of the Silk Road with your knowledgeable guide, Barry!
💡 Important information:
“Please note: You’ll need a 48-hour entrance ticket (15€ / 250,000 UZS), available at the ticket office outside the West Gate. The tour includes visits inside the monuments, so the ticket is required.”
Each participant contributes a voluntary amount recommended between 15€ and 50€, based on how much you enjoyed the tour. The contribution is per person.
What This Tour Consists Of
1. Education in Madrasas:
Explore the significance of madrasas as centers of learning. Discover how these institutions provided education in subjects like theology, literature, and mathematics, shaping the intellectual landscape of the region.
2. System of Paying Taxes:
Understand the historical taxation system that supported trade and infrastructure in Khorezm. Barry will explain how taxes were levied on goods and merchants, impacting the local economy and trade dynamics.
3. Camels’ Life and Role on the Silk Road:
Learn about the life of camels, often referred to as the "ships of the desert." Understand how their unique adaptations made them indispensable for transporting goods across vast terrains and their contributions to trade and cultural exchange.
4. Merchant Life in the Desert:
Gain insight into the daily lives of merchants who navigated the challenging conditions of the desert. Learn about their trading practices, survival strategies, and the communal bonds formed during long journeys.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the rich tapestry of life along the Silk Road with Barry!