In a remote corner of Asia, one of the world’s oldest cities continues to awe visitors

Woolfrey , Nov 26: Samarkand. It’s a name that rolls off the tongue, conjuring up images of adventure, exploration and far-away mysteries.

Founded in around 700 BCE, it’s one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, a crossroads of cultures and a hub of learning and trading – especially during the heyday of the ancient Silk Road, which passed through the city.