Tag: Photo of the day
From the Tower
From the Baiterek Tower, which overlooks the centre of Nur-Sultan, it is possible to observe the new architecture of the city, which houses palaces, administrations… [...]
A Courtyard of Creativity
In Uzbekistan, the inner courtyard of the Registan, one of the most renowned madrasas on the old Silk Road. Madrasas are Islamic schools that taught not only… [...]
Lively central square
Kashgar central square at night offers some street food and a fresh breeze after the burning sun of the day. Credit: The Editorial Find all of our… [...]
A decanter of ayran
In an ethno-tourist restaurant in Bishkek, a young waiter brings a jar of ayran, a refreshing sour milk drink in summer. Credit: Pierre-Armand Dussex (France) Find… [...]
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Indoor local bazaar
Outside the old city of Bukhara in Uzbekistan, a few kilometers is the local food bazaar, where the souvenir shops of the city center fall away and… [...]
Capital of the steppes
Nur-Sultan was built on wide flat semi-desert steppes. This geographical situation facilitates the expansion of the capital of Kazakhstan. Despite the massive construction of luxury buildings, the capital… [...]
Chinese tourist
A Chinese tourist taking a picture with a Uyghur hat next to an old uyghur musician in the western Chinese region of Xinjiang. Credit: The Editorial Find all of… [...]
Sailing Boat on Issyk-Kul Lake
Every summer, many Bishkek residents travel to the north shore of Issy Kul Lake for a holiday. It is not uncommon to see sailing regattas in front of the… [...]
Sundays in the Oak Tree Park
The large green areas and boulevards in the centre of Bishkek are a popular place for families and couples to take a walk or spend their free time. Credit:… [...]
In Khiva’s Old Town
A family in the old town of Khiva in Uzbekistan, called Itchan Kala. In the background, the Islam Khojah minaret can be seen overlooking the city. Credit:… [...]