The city of Taraz was once an important center of trade on the Silk Road, but lost its importance after the Mongol invasion. Only numerous mausoleums remain after their former glory, the most beautiful of which are Karakan and Aisha Bibi. Taking this opportunity, I decided to visit the ruins of the Akyrtas Palace built in the 9th century nearby the city. The magic of the place and the picturesque surroundings made the trip successful despite the logistical difficulties.