From Samarkand Shakhrisabz Private Tour via Devil’s Plateau

From Samarkand Shakhrisabz Private Tour via Devil’s Plateau. Demon Plateau, an imposing geographical feature in Samarkand, is steeped in both historical significance and rich cultural mythology. Nestled within the mountainous terrains of Uzbekistan, this plateau rises sharply from the surrounding landscape, offering breathtaking views that allure both local residents and tourists alike. The origins of its name are traced back to ancient folklore, where tales of demons and spirits that supposedly roamed the area captured the imaginations of the people. These stories continue to influence local traditions and contribute to the ongoing fascination with this unique landmark.

Ak Saray Palace (“a white palace” in Uzbek) built in 1380-1404. Amir Temur gathered its craftsmen to his hometown to build his greatest palace, similar in structure to Samarkand’s Bibi Khanum Mosque. The name Ak-Serai (White Palace) symbolizes his noble descent, not the dominant colour, for blue, green and gold patterned the vast mosaics.

Statue of Amir Temur— there are three huge statues of Temur: one is in Samarkand, one is in Tashkent and the third is in his hometown Shakhrisabz in standing position. The bronze statue weighs 20 tons and 9 meters high built after the Independence (1991).

Complex of Dor-us Siyadat (“place of sadness” in Uzbek) from XIV century. Itarose on the death of his eldest and favorite son Jahangir, killed in 1375 (aged only 22). When another son, Umar Sheikh, joined Jahangir in 1394, Temur even built himself a crypt.     

Dor-ut Tilavat (“place of praying” In Uzbek) from XIV-XV centuries, contains the Kok Gumbaz Mosque (1435) built by grandson of Temur Mirzo Ulugbek, the mausoleum constructed by Amir Temur in 1373-1374 for Sheikh Shamseddin Kulyal, a Sufic leader and spiritual advisor of Temur’s father , Taraghay.