Kholchayon – Ancient Kushan Palace in Denau The Kholchayon archaeological site, located near Denau in Surkhandarya, Uzbekistan, is one of the most remarkable monuments of the Kushan Empire. This palace complex reveals the grandeur of Kushan art, architecture, and cultural traditions. Historical Background Dates back to the 1st–2nd centuries AD, during the height of the Kushan dynasty. Excavations uncovered a…