Citadel Kunya-ark

Just amazing

The Citadel Kunya-ark was one of my favourite places/buildings inside Ichan Qala It is situated on the northern side of the West Gate entrance. Its name means ‘Od Fortress’ and it was used as the Khiv...

Great views at sunset

The Kuhna Ark was our next stop, built next to the Western Gate this was the fortress of the Emirs, the equivilant to a European castle keep. Originally built in the twelth century it contained stabl...

Very interesting place

The citadel is very large indeed. Such an interesting place to wander around. It is such an enjoyable place and this is evident by those walking around.

Gorgeous complex

The Khan's citadel - this is a gorgeous complex with room after room of captivating history ... as well as the chance to climb the tower and marvel at both the citadel and the rest of Khiva.

Mesmerising !

A beautiful fortress within the historic city of Itchan Kala. The sites at Khiva date back to 5 th century BC, however the buildings which are intact date back to 19 th century only, which are restore...