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Published: 2017-12-10 05:45:39 +0000 UTC; Views: 608; Favourites: 15; Downloads: 0
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Description Remains of the 11th century Burana Tower in Tokmok, Kyrgyzstan, and grave markers in the surrounding outdoor 'museum'. The tower was built as a lookout station to spot approaching camel trains on this the northern Silk Road. At night a fire burnt high in the tower making it effectively a lighthouse to direct camel trains towards the township. The tower originally was twice the height but was damaged in an earthquake.
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davincipoppalag [2017-12-10 08:45:25 +0000 UTC]

how cool

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tonysphotos [2017-12-10 05:54:54 +0000 UTC]

How awesome to see such stuff. Great shot 

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