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Inside Uzbekistan’s carpet cities where history and craftsmanship are woven together

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Video. Khiva, Samarkand and Bukhara preserve a living Silk Road legacy

Updated: 05/11/2025 - 8:26 GMT+1

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Uzbekistan’s artisans preserve centuries-old Silk Road traditions, weaving wool and silk into carpets that reflect history, culture and craftsmanship.

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