The Khanate of Khiva was a Central Asian state that existed from the 16th to the 19th centuries, located in what is now Uzbekistan. It was known for its rich culture, trade, and architecture, particularly in the city of Khiva, which served as its capital. The khanate was a significant center for the Silk Road, facilitating commerce between Europe and Asia. Governed by a khan, the Khanate of Khiva was part of a larger region that included other khanates like the Khanate of Bukhara and the Khanate of Kokand. The khanate was eventually annexed by the Russian Empire in the late 19th century, marking the end of its independence.