According to archeological data, Khiva had already existed in the 6th and 7th centuries. During 11th and 12th centuries, Khiva was a small town-fortress. Like other towns of Khoresm, Khiva was destroyed by the Mongolian invasion. From the second half of the 16th century as the capital of Khoresm, Khiva became one of the most powerful cities of Central Asia.

In the 18th century, Khiva was ruined over nomad's forays, ruinous internal wars, and the invasion of the Iranians.

But at the beginning of the 19th century, a new dynasty of rulers came to power. This period is characterized by great construction works. Majolica, marble, paintings, and carving were widely used in construction.