Sh.I. Rahmatullozoda, D.Sh. Mirzokarimov, S.R. Khaitova

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The article analyzes the architectural and urban planning structure of the ancient cities of Samarkand and Bukhara as a reflection of their cultural identity. The principles of forming public spaces, ensemble organization, nodal systems and the character of the urban environment, in which traditions, innovations and cultural influences of different historical periods are combined, are examined. The study aims to identify patterns that can be used in the development of modern urban planning solutions with consideration of the historical and cultural context.
Keywords: architecture, cultural identity, Samarkand, Bukhara, ancient cities, urban structure, traditions, historical heritage, public spaces.