Tashkent, the largest city in Central Asia, attracts tourists with its ancient mosques, madrassas and architectural heritage. The city, which celebrated its 2200th anniversary in 2009, combines a rich story with the modern rhythm of life.
One of the main attractions of Tashkent is the religious complex of Khazrat Imam. One of the first preachers of Islam in the Imam region (al-Kaffal al-Shashi)
rests here
The complex includes the madrasah of Barakhan of the 16th century, where the spiritual department of Muslims of Uzbekistan was once located. The construction, its medieval structure, resembles historical madrassas and Samarkand mosque.
During the period of the former Soviet Union, madrassas functioned as a hostel and warehouse. Later it became the first building of the spiritual department of Muslims of Uzbekistan.
Another unique place is Muiya Muborah. The sacred relic is stored here – Osman’s Qur’an dated to the VII century (the manuscript of the Koran, stained, with the blood of the third caliph – Osman). This historical artifact and other ancient manuscripts attract many visitors.
Tashkent, known for its unique monuments of history, is proud of its madrasah, each of which stores a particle of the past and amazes with architectural splendor.
Madrasah Kukeldash
located on the hill of Chorsu in the old city of Tashkent, the Kukeldash-one Madrasah of the most impressive historical buildings of the capital. Madrasah was built in 1551-1575 on the initiative of the vizier of Dervishkhan, known as Kukeldash.
Today, only two floors of madrassas are preserved, which continue their mission, combining the status of a historical monument with the function of the Islamic Educational Center, where students comprehend spiritual sciences.
Madrasah Abdulkasim Sheikh
built in 1850 by a religious figure Abulkasim, this madrassas is distinguished by a later period of construction. In 1864, it was rebuilt into a two -story building with a spacious courtyard surrounded by 60 rooms for students, a mosque and a hammam.
Today, the building has become a cultural center where masters of folk art create their works, maintaining the spirit of traditional crafts.
These architectural pearls are not only a reminder of the rich history of the region, but also a lively example of the synthesis of spirituality and art.
Having visited them, travelers feel the past and get acquainted with the cultural heritage, which has become an integral part of the identity of Central Asia.