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Season 1, Episode 8: Uzbekistan: Samarkand

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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.

All Episodes - Season 1

Turkey: Anatolia, The Caravans of Asia Minor

Episode 4

Iran: Tabriz, Capital of Merchants

Episode 5

Iran: Assassins, Emperors and Ma

Episode 6

Iran: Kashan and the Zoroastrian Fire Temple of Yazd

Episode 7

Uzbekistan: Bukhara

Episode 8

Uzbekistan: Samarkand

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