About Khiva
Comprised of an inner and an outer cities, this ancient settlement boasts nearly 300 historic buildings, fine architecture, and many relics.
Khiva is split into two parts. The outer town, called Dichan Kala, was formerly protected by a wall with 11 gates. The inner town, or Itchan Kala, is encircled by brick walls, whose foundations are believed to have been laid in the 10C. Present-day crenellated walls date back to the late 17C.
Kalta Minor, the large blue tower in the central city square, was supposed to be a minaret, but the Khan died and the succeeding Khan did not complete it.
The old town retains more than 50 historic monuments and 250 old houses, mostly dating from the 18C-19C. Djuma Mosque was dates to the 10C and rebuilt in 1788, although its hypostyle hall still retains 112 columns taken from ancient structures.
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- Historic Center, Khiva
- Friday Mosque, Khiva
- Mohammed Amin Madrasah, Khiva
- Kunya Ark Citadel, Khiva
- Tash Khovli Palace, Khiva
- Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum, Khiva
- Islam Khodja Complex, Khiva
- Isfandiyar Palace, Khiva