Khiva: gateway to the desert in Uzbekistan - Life

On the threshold of the desert in Uzbekistan ==Khiva== maintains traditions dating back thousands of years. There is plenty to discover in this age-old city and the ancient fortresses of the Kyzyl-Kum desert. As a centre for slave caravans it was an intimidating place and a by-word for exhausting desert journeys. Today it's a welcoming 'museum city', where 3,000 residents keep alive the charm of ancient traditions". Nowhere else has such a desert aura. Kiva's old town, http://whc.unesco.org… READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2014/12/23/kh... euronews discover is a window into the diversity of life around the globe, bringing you reports about nature, animals, travel and amazing events - every video is a destination. Where next? Subscribe to get our latest videos: http://bit.ly/R8LUvB Made by euronews, the most watched news channel in Europe.