Bukhara, the Silk Road’s crown jewel, enchants with a maze of sun-kissed alleys, lofty minarets, and centuries-old bazaars. Filmmakers pursue its exotic fusion of desert horizons and regal madrassas—ideal for sweeping historical epics or mystical tales. Fascinating fact: the Ark Fortress once housed royals, serving as a microcosm of ancient power that still echoes across its walls.