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Registan Square went from Silk Road hub to tourist stop

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The epicenter of global commerce in the 15th century has successfully transitioned into slinging overpriced ceramics to backpackers. Covered in mind-bogglingly intricate blue tilework, these grand madrasas used to host scholars and silk merchants. Now, you wander the ancient trade route marveling at Islamic architecture while politely dodging vendors hawking fluffy camel toys.

Registan Square went from Silk Road hub to tourist stop
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