khuttal
states: [tajikistan]
category: cultural
year: 2025
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 37.7443936111, 69.2987127778
unesco id: 1627
world heritage site: 1627
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The Cultural Heritage Sites of Ancient Khuttal, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Tajikistan, encompass the remains of a significant 9th- to 12th-century town, once the capital of the Bactrian Kingdom of Khuttal. The site, notably the ancient town of Hulbuk, features a preserved palace complex, ancient baths, places of worship, and cemeteries, reflecting its historical prominence along the Silk Road. Its reconstructed fortress walls and archaeological remnants highlight its role as a major cultural and trade center in Central Asia.