Sacred site · Uzbekistan
Shah-i-Zinda
Necropolis in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
About Shah-i-Zinda
Shah-i-Zinda is a necropolis in the north-eastern part of Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: May, September – October
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Shah-i-Zinda
Where is Shah-i-Zinda?
Shah-i-Zinda is in Uzbekistan. The nearest city is Samarkand, about 3 km away.
When is the best time to visit Shah-i-Zinda?
The most comfortable months to visit Shah-i-Zinda are May, September – October: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Shah-i-Zinda?
Yes. The 3-day Samarkand plan is about 1 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Shah-i-Zinda?
Tap "Plan a trip here" and Triptime AI builds a free day-by-day plan around Shah-i-Zinda that you can edit on the map.
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