View of Bukhara, Uzbekistan

This photo taken on Aug. 29, 2024 shows the Kalyan Minaret in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Bukhara, a prominent stop on the ancient Silk Route, is known as one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. (Xinhua/Cao Yang)

Tourists visit the ancient city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan on Aug. 28, 2024. Bukhara, a prominent stop on the ancient Silk Route, is known as one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. (Xinhua/Cao Yang)

This photo taken on Aug. 29, 2024 shows a historical building in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Bukhara, a prominent stop on the ancient Silk Route, is known as one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. (Xinhua/Cao Yang)

A tourist walks in the ancient city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan on Aug. 29, 2024. Bukhara, a prominent stop on the ancient Silk Route, is known as one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. (Xinhua/Cao Yang)

This photo taken on Aug. 28, 2024 shows the Ark fortress in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Bukhara, a prominent stop on the ancient Silk Route, is known as one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. (Xinhua/Cao Yang)