Notes on the Geography of Uzbekistan: Bukhara: BazaarsShopping habits have changed here, as elsewhere. Make default image size larger ![]() Originally, the most important markets were the covered bazaars at street intersections. This one is the Jeweller's Bazaar, or Tak-i-Zargaran (literally, "Vault of the Jewellers"). It lies at the historic center of the city, the origin of the ancient street grid. The view here is north. ![]() We've circled 90 degrees counterclockwise and are now looking west along the original main street. On the far side is the Poi Kalon. ![]() Another of the toks, this one the Tok-i Sarrafon, or money-changer's bazaar. These bazaars were owned by the government, and merchants using stalls were taxed. ![]() The toks today are devoted to tourist goods. ![]() The real Bukhara market is off to the west, where it hugs the ruins of the ancient and disintegrating city wall. ![]() Garlic, potatoes, and whisk brooms. ![]() A large part of the market is devoted to used clothing. ![]() Hardware. ![]() It's a real farmer's market. In the background you can make out an ersatz McDonalds. ![]() As in the past, the market is regulated, and vendors are taxed. ![]() Careful! ![]() On the way home, cradle in arm. |
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