SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS OF STREET AND ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE AROUND HISTORICAL MONUMENTS IN SAMARKAND: TOWARDS INTEGRATED URBAN PRESERVATION AND MOBILITY

This scientific article presents a comprehensive analysis of thestreet and road infrastructure surrounding historical monuments in Samarkand,Uzbekistan. Using a GIS-based methodology, the study evaluates how existingtransport systems affect both mobility and the preservation of cultural heritage sitessuch as Registan Square, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and Shah-i-Zinda. The researchidentifies key spatial conflicts—such as traffic congestion, inadequate pedestrianaccess, and buffer zone encroachment—that pose risks to the integrity of thesemonuments. Based on spatial data, field surveys, and stakeholder input, the authorspropose practical recommendations including the introduction of traffic bufferzones, smart traffic systems, and non-motorized transport alternatives. The findingshighlight the urgent need for integrated urban planning strategies that balance thegoals of heritage conservation and sustainable mobility. This article is intended forurban planners, conservationists, and municipal authorities working in historicalcities.