History and Culture
By Alim Alimov
Follow Ulugh Beg’s astronomy from observations in Samarkand to surviving manuscripts, and discover what to look for at the observatory museum.
Discover the measurements, collaborators and instruments behind Ulugh Beg's star catalogue, and what to look for at Samarkand's observatory.
Emotions
Visit Ulugh Beg’s observatory and separate the poisoned-cup legend from the historical account of the astronomer-ruler’s death.
