Shah-i-Zinda Tours
An avenue of tombs: tours walk the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, a stunning lane of tiled mausoleums in every shade of blue, a place of pilgrimage and beauty. Samarkand’s most photogenic site.
200 tours · prices per person, book with partner
Shah-i-Zinda in Samarkand — FAQ
What is Shah-i-Zinda?
A necropolis of tiled mausoleums along a stepped lane.
Why is it special?
For its dazzling blue tilework and pilgrimage history.
Is it a holy site?
Yes — it is an important place of pilgrimage.























