#Samarkand, an ancient Uzbek city with more than 2,000 years of history, has undergone a major transformation in the 21st century. Once a key node on the ancient Silk Road, it's now a modern city and an active participant in the Belt and Road Initiative. From the excavation of the Ruins of #Afrasiab to the present-day international conferences that it hosts, CGTN reporter Feng Yilei looks into Samarkand's modern metamorphosis that continues to bridge the gap between East and West, past and prese

The Crossroads of Cultures – Samarkand, Uzbekistan Samarkand is not just a city, it’s a living museum of history. 🏛️ One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, it stood as a shining jewel of Central Asia. 📍 Once a vital stop along the Silk Road, Samarkand became the meeting point where East met West—a melting pot of art, trade, science, and culture. 🌿🕌 From dazzling blue-tiled madrasas to centuries of stories woven into its streets, Samarkand remains a timeless symbol of c