Samarkand, located along the Great Silk Road, is one of the oldest craft centers in Central Asia. The city has long been renowned for its artisans skilled in metalwork, ceramics, textiles, and papermaking. In the village of Konigil near Samarkand, the ancient tradition of handmade silk paper has been revived according to centuries-old methods.
The excursion to the Samarkand Silk Paper Workshop is a journey into the heritage of ancient craftsmanship. Visitors will observe the full process of papermaking — from mulberry bark preparation to hand-polishing the finished sheets with stones. Guests can also try making paper themselves. This unique handmade silk paper is known for its strength and is used in the restoration of ancient manuscripts around the world.
