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Things to see in Khiva (Uzbekistan): 7 places and when to go
Khiva is a city in Uzbekistan with around 150,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Museums and art (3), Temples (1). The best known are Itchan Kala, Muhammad Aminkhan Madrasah and Ota Darvaza. The best time to come is April to May and September to October; also possible: March, June and November. In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Uzbekistan · 41.3911, 60.3557
- Population
- About 150,000
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (6) · Museums and art (3) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- April to May and September to October.
- Also possible
- March, June and November.
- Nearest airport
- UGC Urgench, 32 km as the crow flies
What to see in Khiva
The places in and around Khiva, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Itchan KalaWorld Heritage Site in Khiva, Uzbekistan1.5 km
- Muhammad Aminkhan MadrasahBuilding in Khorazm Region, Uzbekistan1.5 km
- Ota DarvazaWestern gate of the Itchan Kala1.4 km
- Sheikh Mukhtar-Vali ComplexMausoleum in Uzbekistan18 km
- Said Niyoz Sholikorboy mosqueMosque in Uzbekistan1.7 km
- Muhammad Amin Inoq MadrasahMuseum1.5 km
- Museum of Communication HistoryMuseum779 m
When to go to Khiva
The best time to visit Khiva is April to May and September to October; also possible: March, June and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not9:20
- FebBetter not10:24
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:07
- MayBest time14:20
- JunPossible14:58
- JulBetter not14:43
- AugBetter not13:40
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:51
- NovPossible9:38
- DecBetter not9:01
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01. In April, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to Uzbekistan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Khiva
The nearest main airport is Urgench International Airport (UGC, Urgench), 32 km as the crow flies. How to get around Uzbekistan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Nukus10 places135 km
- Bukhara27 places388 km
- Navoiy6 places445 km
- Samarkand19 places590 km
- Tashkent75 places747 km
- Termez9 places754 km
And all of Uzbekistan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Khiva?
The best known: Itchan Kala, Muhammad Aminkhan Madrasah, Ota Darvaza, Sheikh Mukhtar-Vali Complex, Said Niyoz Sholikorboy mosque. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Khiva?
April to May and September to October; also possible: March, June and November. In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01.
How do you get to Khiva?
The nearest main airport is Urgench International Airport (UGC), 32 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Khiva as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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