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The Fifth Floor: Ikat fashion and other Uzbek wonders

The Documentary Podcast

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Cultural Legacy of Trade: Samarkand, Bukhara, and Ikat Textiles

This chapter explores the cultural impact of historic cities like Samarkand and Bukhara as key trading hubs along ancient routes. It highlights the vibrant bazaars, the exchange of various goods, and the intricate textile heritage of Uzbekistan, particularly the significance of ikat fashion.

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