Statue of Mahtumquli — photo spot in Sayyid Muhammad Makhiruy Complex, Xiva, Xorazm Viloyati, Uzbekistan
Statue of Mahtumquli
Bronze statue of Mahtumquli sits within the Sayyid Muhammad Makhiruy Complex in Khiva’s Itchan Kala. Photograph the monument with the walled city architecture as context—domes, minarets and tiled facades provide rich backgrounds. Best at golden hour or blue hour when warm light and artificial lighting bring out bronze tones and tile color. Itchan Kala requires an entry ticket; park outside the old town and walk in. Weekday mornings are quieter. Respect local customs when photographing people and
Statue of Mahtumquli
Bronze statue of Mahtumquli sits within the Sayyid Muhammad Makhiruy Complex in Khiva’s Itchan Kala. Photograph the monument with the walled city architecture as context—domes, minarets and tiled facades provide rich backgrounds. Best at golden hour or blue hour when warm light and artificial lighting bring out bronze tones and tile color. Itchan Kala requires an entry ticket; park outside the old town and walk in. Weekday mornings are quieter. Respect local customs when photographing people and