Fun facts about Bukhara
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The name Bukhara may be derived from the Sanskrit word vihāra, meaning Buddhist monastery.
Bukhara
Uzbekistan
Bukhara is the seventh-largest city in Uzbekistan by population, with 280,187 residents as of 1 January 2020. It is the capital of Bukhara Region.
From the “Names” section
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Bukhara was the capital of the Samanid Empire by 850 and the birthplace of Imam Bukhari.
Bukhara
Uzbekistan
Bukhara is the seventh-largest city in Uzbekistan by population, with 280,187 residents as of 1 January 2020. It is the capital of Bukhara Region.
From the “History” section
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The Kalyan minaret, also known as the Tower of Death, was historically used for executing criminals by throwing them off the top.
Bukhara
Uzbekistan
Bukhara is the seventh-largest city in Uzbekistan by population, with 280,187 residents as of 1 January 2020. It is the capital of Bukhara Region.
From the “Landmarks” section
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Bukhara is located on the Zeravshan River, at an elevation of 751 feet (229 meters).
Bukhara
Uzbekistan
Bukhara is the seventh-largest city in Uzbekistan by population, with 280,187 residents as of 1 January 2020. It is the capital of Bukhara Region.
From the “Geography” section
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Bukhara recorded a population of 279,200 in 2019, with a significant Tajik minority.
Bukhara
Uzbekistan
Bukhara is the seventh-largest city in Uzbekistan by population, with 280,187 residents as of 1 January 2020. It is the capital of Bukhara Region.
From the “Demographics” section
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