Khiva In The Morning

Being in the old part of Khiva, within the walls of the Itchan Kala, means an eerie wake up with no cars, few people, and only silent buildings around you.

The perimeter wall shields any hint of a modern world.

Nothing stirring, except the rising sun.

If you take a walk at dawn, you may have sections of the city to yourself.

Forget the street side merchants, they're not opening for a few hours.

Use the Kalta Minor minaret for guidance, should you get lost in the surrounding streets.