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Tashkent · Samarkand · Bukhara
The CraftnCulture field guide
Uzbekistan, closer to the craft
Find the essential sights and living craft traditions of Samarkand, Bukhara, Tashkent, Khiva, Margilan and Rishtan—with practical visiting notes and photographs that bring each place closer.
Take the free guide with you
An English-language PDF, followed by a short welcome series and our monthly letter. Just your email to begin.
A guide you can actually use on the ground
Explore Samarkand, Bukhara, Tashkent, Khiva, Margilan, Rishtan. The current interactive edition includes 65 published places, with map links, visiting notes and photo galleries. Choose a city chapter to start exploring.
Make your own short list. Search by place, save what interests you and arrange a few stops into your own route. The web edition is free to preview.
Know what to check before you go. Practical notes and source links help you plan. Venue hours, access and prices can change; confirm details with the venue before traveling.
The November 2026 PDF brings the same published places and practical notes together in an offline edition. Source links and research dates help you check details before your trip.
Make room for the people behind the places
Build a whole journey around Uzbekistan’s living traditions. Explore our Signature Tours, see what’s included, then ask us about dates and the right pace for you.
Tashkent · Samarkand · Bukhara · Khiva
Crafted in Uzbekistan: A 10-Day Cultural Workshop Journey through Uzbekistan
Explore this journeyA different route, more time, or a particular craft in mind? Plan a private journey with us.
Before you download
Is the guide free?
Yes. Confirm your email to receive the PDF, our short welcome series and monthly letter. You can unsubscribe whenever you like and keep your guide.
Do I need to book a tour?
No. Use the guide independently. If you’d like help bringing several cities and artisan visits into one journey, our team can help you choose a Signature Tour or plan a private itinerary.
Who makes the guide?
CraftnCulture is based in Uzbekistan and arranges cultural tours and hands-on workshops. The interactive guide includes source links and image credits so you can explore further.