Nurullaboy Palace

Very beautiful palace which is a must visit while in khiva, need at least one hour to spend at this palace, unfortunately, this was not possible for us since we visited this palace just before closing time, the entrance fee, though a bit high, still it is worth visiting which is at a walkable distance from old khiva town.

Very expensive for what you see. It is really an average museum not a palace. The three rooms outfitted like a palace are mediocre. The exhibits teach a bit about Khiva history. I liked the photography exhibition best of all.

Huge property and interesting palace to see. You can easily get lost as there is no predefined route and you can basically go wherever, which makes it more open and fun. There some interesting exhibits scattered around the palace. Would love to see more of the rooms filled up but I guess that will come with time, I suppose.

Nurullaboy Palace should be a must on anyone's visit to Khiva, Uzbekistan. Although one section was closed, the rest is made up of a number of buildings that show sumptuous rooms and gardens. Recommended

Maybe worth a short visit, but definitively not the entrance fee of 60.000 som. A lot of empty rooms, a couple of courtyards, a nice exhibition of XX century photography and a couple of elegant residences (filled with a lot of articles from Germany). Maybe a useful tip for the visitors: the only places worth a visit are the ones in which is mandatory to take off the shoes.

Nurullabay Palace is a stunning architectural monument built for Asfandiyar Khan by his father, showcasing the epitome of luxury in the early 20th century. The interiors are breathtaking, with intricate art and craftsmanship that reflect the grandeur of the era. The property is vast, housing art galleries, historical photo exhibits featuring the works of Uzbekistan's first photographer, and a collection of old artifacts. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the blend of traditional Khivan and European influences. A must-visit for history lovers and anyone interested in Uzbekistan’s royal heritage

Nurullaboy Palace is a beautiful, slightly off‑center sight in Khiva, located in the Dishan‑Qala (outer town) and known as the ceremonial residence of the last Khivan khans in the early 20th century. Built between about 1906 and 1912 by Muhammad Rahim Khan II for his son and future ruler Asfandiyar Khan, it stands on the former garden of a wealthy merchant named Nurullabay, who agreed to sell his land on the condition that the new palace would carry his name. The complex mixes European and traditional Khorezm styles: grand reception halls with chandeliers and stucco ceilings, richly decorated wooden doors and carved ceilings, tilework, mirrors and spacious courtyards that now function as a historical museum about late‑19th–early‑20th‑century Khiva. We’d suggest taking a taxi from the old town and allowing at least an hour to walk through the rooms and gardens, as Nurullaboy Palace gives a very different, “royal residence” perspective compared to the more medieval feel of Itchan Kala. We are travel experts in Uzbekistan and Central Asia, and we recommend this place to travelers who want to experience the region’s authentic history, culture and atmosphere.

I like this palace a lot because unlike most palaces I've been to around the world, this one has very very few tourists. Most of the time I enjoyed the space all by myself. So even though it's not the fanciest nor with the most cultural collections, imho it's worth checking out if you're already in Khiva.