Samarkand, Maracanda, Zariaspa : la lente formation d’équivalences toponymiques

A comprehensive analysis of the toponymic evolution of Samarkand reveals the gradual formation of equivalences between its historical names—Maracanda and Zariaspa. The study, dedicated to Pierre Chuvin's extensive work on Central Asian heritage, sheds light on the linguistic and cultural layers underlying the city's identity. By examining ancient texts and archaeological evidence, researchers trace how these names emerged and intertwined over centuries, offering a nuanced understanding of Samarkand's historical significance as a crossroads of cultures.

Gorshenina, S., & Rapin, C. (2015). Samarkand, Maracanda, Zariaspa : la lente formation d’équivalences toponymiques. De Samarcande À Istanbul : Étapes Orientales, 157–160. https://doi.org/10.4000/books.editionscnrs.25281