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Aman-Kutan

A green mountain valley in the Zarafshan range south of Samarkand, with juniper slopes, a stream and simple holiday camps.

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About the place

Aman-Kutan lies on the old road over the Zarafshan range between Samarkand and Shahrisabz. The valley is cooler than the city and has long been a summer retreat, with orchards, juniper and walnut trees on its slopes.

A cave in the valley is linked with finds of Stone Age tools. Today most visitors come for picnics, short walks along the stream and the views from the pass road.

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  1. 1.Wikidata

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