If Khiva is part of a short weekend trip, one calm day inside Ichan Kala and one evening for atmosphere is enough. In the first half of the day, visit Kunya-Ark and the Kalta Minor Minaret — they are close together and require no long walks. After lunch, once the heat eases, it's convenient to move on to the Juma Mosque and the Tosh-Hovli Palace — both look good in the soft afternoon light. In the evening, it's worth climbing to the viewpoint near the Islom-Hoja Minaret: sunset over the fortress walls is one of the most memorable moments of a short trip. This format lets you see the essentials without turning the weekend into a sightseeing marathon.
