Hammam Bozori Kord

Bathhouses in Bukhara date all the way back to the 10th century, as reported by the Central Asian historian Narshakhi. This leisure activity has since been enjoyed by royalty and common folk alike, and is one of the most authentic cultural experiences you can have in Bukhara. By the 19th century, there were over 16 bathhouses in the city and they became an integral part of the cultural and architectural dynamic of the urban centre.

Hammam Bozori Kord was built in the 14th century and still functions as a local hotspot today, taking you back in time as you relax. Your experience here will start in either a sauna or steam room before the massage begins. Once brought in, you'll lay on a stone slab where you will be soaped, scrubbed with a cleansing mitten, and massaged. Once cleaned off you will be lathered in a ginger and honey paste before your final water cleanse. The process is completed with a warm tea.

After a busy day of seeing the sights, this is the perfect way to unwind and loosen your muscles. That it is also a traditional cultural experience is a bonus!