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Registan
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The Registan (Persian: ريگِستان, meaning "Sandy Place" or "Desert") is the historic heart of the ancient city of Samarkand, located in modern-day Uzbekistan. It served historically as a public square, renowned for its monumental Islamic architecture, comprised primarily of three magnificent madrasahs (madrassahs). The square occupies a central position within the city's urban planning and was historically the site of royal proclamations, public gatherings, and commercial activity under various regional powers…