Khiva
30 places
Aq-Mescit
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Ak-Mescit is located in the historical center of Khiva city inside the fortress Ichan-Kala. It is a small architectural attraction representing a sample of traditional Islamic architecture of Uzbekistan. Inside the mosque there is preserved unique atmosphere allowing to feel the spirit of medieval Khiva.
The Gates of Hell
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Ata-Darvaza serves as the main entrance to the historical part of Khiva city - Ichan-Kala. This place acts as a symbol of entry into the ancient architectural complex surrounded by fortress walls. Here begins acquaintance with the unique atmosphere of medieval eastern fortress.
Bagcha-Darvaza
Khiva, Ichan-Kala
Bagcha-Darvaza is the northern entrance to the ancient city of Khiva, situated within Ichan-Kala. This place acts as the gate through which tourists first enter the historical part of the city.
Anusha Khan Bathhouse
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Historical bathhouse Anusha Khan is situated in old Hiva city, Ichan-Kala. This unique structure is an architectural monument of the 19th century reflecting local traditions and culture of that time. The bathhouse has retained its original appearance and today attracts tourists interested in history and regional culture.
Harem Palace Tash-Houli
Khiva, Tash-Hauyli Palace
The harem of Tash-Houli Palace is part of the famous architectural ensemble in Khiva. This room is decorated with bright ceramic elements, which gives it special appeal and character. One can see typical details and decorative elements characteristic of eastern architecture here.
Nurulbay Palace
Hiva, Dishan-Kala
Nurallabay Palace was the former residence of the Khivan rulers of early 20th century. Located in the old city of Khiva, within the fortress of Dishan-Kala. The building reflects architectural features of its time and serves as an important historical monument of the region.
Juma Mosque (Khiva)
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Juma Mosque in Khiva stands out for its lack of traditional architectural elements such as portals, domes and an inner courtyard. Its distinctive feature is numerous wooden columns with intricate carvings that create a unique interior. Some of these columns date back to ancient structures of Khorezm and support the ceiling of the prayer hall consisting of 213 pillars, making it one of the most recognizable mosques in the city.
Dishan-Kala
Khiva, outer city
Diyankala - historical district of Khiva's outer city situated beyond the fortress walls of Ichan-Kala. This place is an important part of the region's architectural heritage and reflects the features of urban layout and construction of that time.
Ichan-Kala
Hiva, historical inner city
Ichan-Kala — ancient inner city of Khiva surrounded by fortress walls and protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage site since 1990. The city is an intact example of medieval eastern urban structure with gates, madrasas, mosques, palaces and residential quarters. It features dozens of Islamic architectural monuments on an area of about 26 hectares, including famous gates: At-Darwaza, Palvan-Darwaza, Bagcha-Darwaza and Tash-Darwaza.
Calta-Minor
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Kaltaminor Minaret, also known as "short minaret", is one of the iconic structures of Ichan-Kala in Khiva. It is an unfinished building with a wide cylindrical shape and tiling made of glazed tiles in shades of turquoise and blue. Construction began in 1852 under the decree of Muhammad Amin-khan and became a symbol of this part of the city.
Allikuli Khan Caravanserai
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Allakuli Khan Caravanserai — historical complex in old Hiva city (Ichan-Kala), serving as rest and trading place for caravans traveling through Great Central Asia. It is one of the significant structures of Khivan khanate, reflecting regional architectural traditions.
Kunya-Ark
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Kunyarak — citadel in the center of the historical city of Khiva, formerly the political center of khans' power. The complex includes reception halls, palaces, mosque, mint and utility buildings. The name translates as "old fortress". Until the beginning of the 20th century, it was one of the residences of the khivan khans.
Pakhvan Khana Mausoleum
Khiva, Ichan-Kala
Pakhlon Mahmuda Mausoleum in Khiva is the main shrine of Ichan-Kala. Richly decorated with blue majolica and ceramics inside, it attracts visitors with its blue domes and symbolizes the spiritual heart of the city. Here lies poet, wrestler and philosopher Pakhlon Mahmud, whose name is linked to the history and culture of Khiva. Over time, the mausoleum became a burial place for local Khan rulers.
Saiyid Ala-ud-Din Mausoleum
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
The Mausoleum of Sayid Alauddin is one of the oldest architectural monuments of the city of Khiva. Located in the historical district of Ichan-Kala, this structure symbolizes deep history and regional cultural heritage.
Allikuli Khan Madrasah
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Allikuli Khan Madrasah — significant architectural structure of Khiva built in the 19th century near its eastern gates of Ichan-Kala. It is a major educational institution being an important part of the city's historical heritage.
Arab Muhammad Khan Madrasah
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Arab Muhammad Khan Madrasah - historical building in old Hiva city, situated within Ichan-Kala fortress. This early structure of madrasah ensemble testifies to the development of architectural art in Hiva in the past.
Islam-Khoja Medressa
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Islam-Khoja Madrasah is situated in the historical district Ichan-Qala of Khiva city. This architectural structure adjoins an impressive minaret from the beginning of the 20th century. The building is executed in the traditional style of khivan madrasahs, combining the functionality of educational institution with aesthetic appeal.
Kutlug-Murad-Inak Medrese
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Kutlug-Murad-Inak Madrasah — an architectural structure of the 19th century situated in the historical center of Khiva city, within Ichan-Kala district. It is one of the buildings of the ancient educational complex intended for educating Muslim youth.
Matniyaz Divanbegi Madrasah
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Matniyazh Divanbegi Madrasah — historical building in old Hiva city, being an architectural art monument of madrasah era. Located in the heart of Ichan-Kala, it reflects traditions and style of medieval Islamic culture of the region.
Matpanbay Medrese
Hiva, Ichan-Kala, near Juma Mosque
Matpanbay Medrese is located in the historical part of Khiva city, near Juma Mosque, within Ichan-Kala fortress. The building was constructed in 1905 by Matpanbay with funds during the reign of Muhammad Rahim Khan II. Construction was carried out by Khorezm masters Hujabergen Hodja and Kalandar Kochum. Today, the medrese serves as a tourist attraction and is connected to the "Avesta" History Museum.
Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah
Khiva, Ichan-Kala
Muhammad Amin-khan Madrasah is located in the historical district of Khiva - Ichan-Kala. The building, built between 1851 and 1854, stands out for its impressive size: it consists of two floors and includes numerous hujras. The architectural facade is decorated with exquisite majolica and traditional ornamental ceramics typical of Khivan culture. This is the largest madrasa in the city, today part of the main ensemble of the western section of Ichan-Kala.
Medrese Khodzhaberdibiya
Hiva, Ichan-Kala, at Palvan-Darvaza Gate
Hodjamberdiulia Madrasah — an old building in Ichan-Kala, built in 1688. It is one of the earliest city monuments located near Palvan-Darvaza Gate next to Allikuli Khan Madrasah. The building's distinctive feature are carved wooden doors and compact hujra layout. In the 19th century, the madrasah was reconstructed by adding two small courtyards and it received the nickname "Khurjund".
Bogbonli Mosque
Khiva, Ichan-Kala
Bogbonli Jome Mosque is located in the historical center of Khiva - Ichan-Kala. After restoration supported by UNESCO in 2023, it became accessible for visitors with special needs. During the works, structures were reinforced and original wooden details preserved. Today, the mosque serves as an important architectural monument and part of the tourist route through the ancient city.
Juma Mosque Minaret
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
The Juma Minaret is situated in the historical district Ichan-Kala of Khiva city. This architectural structure adjoins an ancient Friday mosque and is one of the symbols of Khivan architecture. The minaret is decorated with elegant decorative carvings and has a slender form typical for medieval Muslim religious buildings of Central Asia.
Islam-Khodja Minaret
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Islam-Khodja Minaret located in the historical part of Khiva city — Ichan-Kala, is the tallest minaret in the city at about 56.6 meters high. Its slender tower is decorated with bright belts of blue, turquoise, white and ochre tiles. The minaret was built at the beginning of the 20th century next to a madrasa of the same name and is famous for its magnificent view from the upper observation deck on the ancient architecture of Khiva.
Khorezm Museum of History
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
The Museum of Khorezm History is located in Ichan-Kala, the historical center of Hiva city. The museum's exhibition tells the story of ancient Khorezm and the Khivan khanate, showcasing archaeological finds, artifacts and everyday items that reflect the culture and traditions of the region.
Palwan-Darwaza
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Palvan-Darvaza — eastern gates of the ancient city of Khiva, built in 1804-1806. Its name is linked to legendary hero Pahlavon Mahmud, venerated local saint. These gates are one of four main entrances to the inner city Ichan-Kala and lead to the eastern trading square with medreses, imams and Allikuli Khan caravanserai.
Dongara Pass
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Tash-Darvaza, or South Gates, is one of the historical entrances to the fortified part of Khiva city — Ichan-Kala. This important defensive structure served as protection for the city's residents since ancient times. Today, Tash-Darvaza remains a symbol of entry into the ancient city and attracts tourists with its architecture and historical significance.
Tash-Houli
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Tash-Houli Palace located in Ichan-Kala of Khiva was built between 1830-1832 during Allikuli Khan's reign. Known for its rich majolica decor and carved wooden columns, it features several courtyards including a ceremonial part, a court yard, and harem. The name Tash-Houli means "stone courtyard". This building showcases high skill of decorative art of Khiva in the 19th century.
Tim Allokuli-khana
Hiva, Ichan-Kala
Tim Allikuli-khan — covered shopping arcade in the historical district Ichan-Kala of Khiva city. Located near the caravanserai, it served as a trading place for travelers and locals where goods were traded and exchanged. The arcade is decorated with traditional architecture and is an important part of the region's cultural heritage.
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