Juma Mosque, Khiva: "The oldest mosque in Khiva is the Juma Mosque (Friday Mosque), which has its origins in the 10th century. It was the largest mosque in the city and caught the attention of medieval Arab travellers, including Al Istahri and Al Makdisi. The mosque is unusually simple in its design and as you step into the open courtyard, a sense of calm washes over you, even if the crowds are jabbering and hustling outside." Uzbekistan: The Bradt Guide www.bradtguides.com
