The Silk Road
Season 1 • Episode 8: Uzbekistan: Samarkand • Watch with subtitles
Episode 8: Uzbekistan: Samarkand
February 28, 2017 • 26 min
Some used to say Samarkand – in central Uzbekistan – was at the center of the world. Alfred follows the ancient Royal Road to the city – associated with the great Turco-Mongol warrior Timur, who was also famed for his refinement and elegance.
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