Siyob Bazaar
Siyob Bazaar (,Tajik language, Tajik: Бозори Сиёб), also called Siab Bazaar, is the largest bazaar in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The building is built in the shape of a dome, under which there are several pavilions with a large number of shopping arcades. The main entrance has a triple arch lined with blue majolica. The area of the market is more than 7 hectares. Siyob Bazaar is one of the most visited places in the city. The Siyob Bazaar consists of seven large covered pavilions with counters, as well as several other large pavilions with shops. The name of the bazaar comes from the name of one of the historical and geographical regions of the city - Siyob, and the Siyob River flowing near the bazaar. The word “Siyob” is translated from Persian language, Persian and Tajik language, Tajik as black water/river. Siyob Bazaar is located adjacent to the Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and is visited not only by local people but also by domestic and foreign tourists.
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