Museums of Khiva

Khiva, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is itself an open-air museum. However, it also has several dedicated institutions, such as the Ichan Kala State Museum-Reserve, which includes historic madrassas, mosques, and palaces. The Islam Khodja Museum features exhibits on traditional Islamic architecture. The Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum Museum is dedicated to the local poet and wrestler. The Juma Mosque Museum highlights the architectural beauty of the ancient mosque. The Nurullabay Palace Museum offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of Khiva's last khans.