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Statue of Ulugh Beg (Samarkand)

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Statue of Ulugh Beg (Samarkand)

Statue of Ulugh Beg

This monument honors Ulugh Beg, the Timurid ruler and astronomer who significantly advanced the study of stars and mathematics in Samarkand. Travelers visit this site to recognize his contributions to science and as a starting point for exploring the city's intellectual history.

Getting There

The statue is located on the outskirts of the city center. The most efficient way to reach it is by taxi or ride-sharing app, which typically takes about 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic conditions.

Visit Duration

Since this is an outdoor monument, most visitors spend between 20 and 40 minutes here to view the statue and the surrounding area.

When to Visit

Early morning or late afternoon is recommended to avoid the midday heat, especially during the summer months. The area can become crowded during peak tourist seasons in spring and autumn.

Nearby Attractions

The statue is positioned close to several historical sites, making it easy to combine with other visits:

  • Ulugbek Observatory Museum: 0.1km
  • Afrasiab Painting: 1.2km
  • Afrasiab Museum of Samarkand: 1.2km
  • Afrasiyab: 1.5km

Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Ulugbek observatory museum

Museums & galleries

Ulugbek observatory museum

This is the site of an observatory built in the 15th century by Ulugh Beg, ruler of the Timurid dynasty, where remains of the huge sextant once used there can still be seen. The adjacent museum displays astronomical records and artifacts that reveal the sophistication of Central Asian astronomy.

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Afrasiab painting

Discovered in Samarkand in 1965, these Sogdian-era palace murals are believed to have been completed around the 7th century. The western section depicts figures thought to be envoys from the Korean kingdom of Goguryeo, making the site especially interesting to Korean travelers.

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Afrasiab Museum of Samarkand

Museums & galleries

Afrasiab Museum of Samarkand

A museum located at the Afrasiab archaeological site in northeastern Samarkand. Its artifacts from the ancient city, destroyed by the Mongols, reveal the region's long history.

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Heritage & monuments

Afrasiyab

An ancient archaeological site north of Samarkand, Uzbekistan, situated on a hill near the Bibi-Khanym Mosque. The Afrasiyab murals uncovered during excavation can be viewed at a nearby museum.

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Temples & religious sites

Hazrat-Hyzr Mosque

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Temples & religious sites

Bibi-Khanym Mosque

This mosque in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, is named after the wife of Amir Timur, founder of the 14th-century Timurid Empire. It stands as an iconic example of Timurid-era architecture.

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