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Khiva when the lights are on

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Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Inessa
Registered on 23 June 2025
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Hi, I'm Inessa. I work as a local guide in Khiva. I love history, legends, and stories. With me, you can dive into history and discover what lies hidden.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

When the lights are on.
My tour starts in the evening when the lights are turned on. We will walk together through the ancient streets of the city, where I will tell you about ancient Khiva, the religion of the Zoroastrians, and the customs and culture of Khiva. We will not be entering museums as this is a sightseeing tour where I will share the most interesting facts related to Khiva and its ancient buildings. The tour begins at the western gate of Ota Darvoza and ends at the eastern gate of Polvon Darvoza, where a slave market once existed. I will tell you how this small town, located in the centre of the desert, became part of the Silk Road. There is no need for tickets for the monuments on my tour, as we will not be entering the museums.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
99H4+CRQ, Khiva, Xorazm Region, Uzbekistan
I will be waiting for you at the gate, on the right side as you exit the old fortress with the Uzbek flag
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Outside visit
Ota darvoza
We start usually at west gate because it's a meeting point. The main entrance to the city
2
Outside visit
Kuhna Ark
It's a fortresse of all Khiva rulers here you will learn about dynasty that ruled in this city over the last 400 years, who died naturally and which king had only one day to rule
3
Outside visit
Pahlavan Mahmoud Mausoleum
It's a mausoleum of local patron, we will see a pictures view of its domes from outside and learn about the life of invincible wrestler
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Khiva when the lights are on
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