Khiva, the former capital of Khwarezmia and the Khanate of Khiva. Itchan Kala in Khiva was the first site in Uzbekistan to be inscribed in the World Heritage List.

Khiva is split into two parts. The outer town, called Dichan Kala, was formerly protected by a wall with 11 gates. The inner town, or Itchan Kala, is encircled by brick walls, Khiva almost has a two-season climate; with slivers of spring and fall in between frigid winters and blazing hot summers. Sight of interest includes, The Madrasah of Muhammad Amin-khan, the largest madrassah not only in Khiva but in the Central Asia.

Dishan-kala hospital, build at the beginning of the twentieth century is also a major tourist attraction. Another major attraction is the Kalta Minor, It amazes with its size and unique design.