10 Reasons to Visit Silk Road Samarkand
Text by Malika Shaydillina
Edited by Laziza Isfakhanova
Samarkand is like the tree of life. Railway tracks stretch to Samarkand like the roots of a tree. Airplanes fly to Samarkand like birds. It is here, like the shade beneath the crown of a mighty tree, that you will find Silk Road Samarkand. In this extensive tourism centre, modern comforts entwine with the ancient history of the city, and eastern hospitality fills every tourist with energy and love.
1. Vacation at the hotel
Choose from eight hotels and enjoy the comfort of the rooms At Silk Road Samarkand there are eight 4* and 5* hotels, with a total room capacity of 1,200 rooms. Each hotel and each room within them is designed in its own style. The views from the windows are eye-catching, and you will sleep deeply on the comfortable bed.
2. Relax in the Sky-bar
Marvel at the bird's eye view of Samarkand from the Sky Bar on the 20th floor of the Hilton Samarkand Regency. From Sky-bar you can watch the sunset, as the sun slowly sinks behind the horizon and the walls of ancient Samarkand. Take a cool drink in your hand, and relax to the pleasant sound of music and the mesmerising view from the terrace. Once you have experienced it, you will never forget it..
3. Wellness programme
Get a complete health check-up and try state-of-the-art wellness treatments in your hotel room. Silk Road Samarkand has four Wellness Park Hotels which focus on recovery and medical services, as well as all kinds of spa treatments. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by the quality of the facilities, equipment, and specialist staff, and your body will certainly be grateful for such care.
4. Gastronomic pleasures
Try a signature dish at the Gourmet Market restaurant at the 5* Silk Road By Minyoun Hotel Confit duck with roasted pumpkin, purple cauliflower mousse, and drunken cherry sauce by Chef Rustam Makhmudov: is this not the perfect reason to spend a wonderful evening at Gourmet Market and remember it for years to come? Tingle your taste buds at any of the 17 restaurants at Silk Road Samarkand, where you’ll be fed by the best chefs with years of experience.
5. Transfer
Forget about taxis and take advantage of the modern shuttle service offered by every hotel at Silk Road Samarkand. Comfortable vehicles, including minibuses, buses, coaches, e-trucks, luxury cars, and golf carts, are available to take you around Silk Road Samarkand and between hotels. Choose whichever transfer option suits your needs.
6. Family vacation
Enjoy a cosy family vacation in one of the cottages in the Eco Village. Eco Village is a complex of 14 spacious cottages. Each cottage is constructed from responsibly-sourced Siberian pine and you can smell the fragrance of natural wood. The cottages all have a kitchen, a living room, and a dining room, plus bedrooms sleeping four to 12 guests. Breakfast is included and there is a swimming pool nearby.
7. Paper making
See the ancient technology of the mulberry bark papermaking. Within the Eternal City there is a paper workshop where craftsmen produce famous Samarkand paper by hand. Since ancient times, Samarkand has been a centre for papermaking; craft spread from here throughout the ancient East. Here you can observe the master craftsmen at work, and learn about the different types of paper and their purpose. The colour, density, and drying time of the paper are dependent on what it will be used for: making books or writing letters, or as packaging for food and household items.
8. Fishing
Experience the joy of catching fish with a rod. Not far from Ayvan restaurant on the lake shore, there are cosy gazebos where you can relax in the company of loved ones. A fishing rod and bait are provided. Catch whatever you can from the lake, and a master chef will then come to your table to cook it on your behalf. Al fresco dining on fried, crispy fish, delicious salads and drinks is guaranteed to make a memorable impression.
9. Souvenirs
Remember your trip and treat your loved ones with a souvenir from Samarkand. In the Eternal City and each of the hotels at Silk Road Samarkand, there are shops and stalls where you can buy unique souvenirs, clothes and accessories, and children’s toys. Many of these items are hand made by local craftsmen using traditional techniques, and whether you have them in your home or gift them to someone else, you will be carrying with you a piece of Samarkand.
10. New Year’s Eve Celebration
Celebrate the magic of New Year’s Eve in style at the Hilton Samarkand Regency, where an unforgettable evening awaits. The celebration begins with a sparkling welcome drink, setting the tone for a night of luxury and excitement. The children’s entertainment zone ensures that younger guests have just as much fun, while everyone gets a chance to win fantastic prizes in the evening’s prize draw. Indulge in gourmet dishes prepared by the hotel’s renowned chef. As the night unfolds, enjoy live music, with a DJ and cover bands playing your favorite tunes. It’s a night to remember, filled with laughter, dancing, and the warmth of Samarkand’s hospitality – the ideal way to ring in the New Year with your loved ones.
