Zindan of the Ark

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Exploring an Ancient Prison
[21.05.2024]

The Ark of Bukhara is a famous old fortress in the city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Inside this massive fortress is the Zindan, an ancient prison with a lot of history. Let me share my experience and what I learned when I visited this intriguing place with my university friends.


The Zindan has a long and interesting history. It was part of the Ark of Bukhara, which was built in the 5th century AD. The Ark served as a royal palace and a fortress, while the Zindan was used to imprison those who broke the law or were seen as enemies. The prison was known for its harsh conditions, with small, dark cells that made it a difficult place to stay.


When I visited the Zindan with my university friends, we were curious to see what it was like. We entered through a small, dark doorway and walked down into the underground cells. The air was cool and damp.



Our teacher also told us stories about the prisoners who were kept there and how they lived. It was fascinating to hear about the past, but also a bit sad to think about the difficult lives of the prisoners. We saw small cells with heavy doors, and it was easy to imagine how hard it must have been to be locked up in such a place.





The visit to the Zindan taught us a lot about the history of Bukhara and how people were punished long ago. It made us think about how much things have changed over the centuries. The Zindan is an important part of Bukhara's history, and visiting it helped us understand more about the past.


Traveling to the Zindan with my university friends was both educational and eye-opening. It was a reminder of how much history can teach us about the past and how far we have come. I highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in history or looking for an unusual and interesting place to visit...🤍




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