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Architecture of Uzbekistan
The architecture of Uzbekistan combines ancient traditional design and innovative features adapted to the climate. Centers of Uzbek architecture are Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, Shakhrisabz, Termez, and Kokand. A number of ancient architectural masterpieces have survived, including palaces, mausoleums, mosques, and minarets. Colorful mosaics, religious symbols, and abstract geometrical patterns also characterize architecture in Uzbekistan.
Archaeological research on Central Asia has revealed architectural trends running parallel to the Acheulean era. In fact, remains of monuments from both the Stone and Bronze Ages have been found in the Surkhandarya, Tashkent, Samarkand, Fergana, and Navoi regions of the country.[citation needed] During the Middle Ages, Uzbek architecture flourished as a result of being a central link in the 11,000-kilometre-long (7,000 mi) Silk Road. Timurid-period architecture from the 14th to 16th century, as well as the architecture of the Shaybanid era in the 16th century, contributed greatly to the development of Islamic architecture. In the 21st century, Uzbek architecture has been characterized by its balance of traditional design and modern innovation.
The earliest traces of human habitation in the area of Uzbekistan date back to the Paleolithic Era. Ancient settlements prove that the earliest architecture can be found in Sapallitepa (14th–17th centuries BC) and Jarkutan (9th–14th centuries BC). Buddhist monuments, namely Fayaz Tepe and Kara Tepe, have also been found in the Surhandarya region (1st–3rd centuries AD). Each of these sites reflect the different stages of Central Asian civilization. The ancient city of Khorezm was established 982 years before Alexander the Great invaded Central Asia, over 34 centuries ago.
Bukhara, Samarkand, and Khiva played a vital role in the influence of Middle Ages architecture in Uzbekistan. For instance, palaces of the rulers, aristocratic places of residence, market places, madrasas, and mausoleums are confirmed as exceptional architectural examples.
The Kyrk-Kyz ("Forty Girls") mansion in Termez, dating back to the 9th and 10th centuries, is a fine example of an original country manor. The Samanids Mausoleum in Bukhara still stands as a fine architectural building from the period of the early Middle Ages.
In the 11th and 12th centuries, Samarkand became one of the major cities in the region. The city's historic public square, the Registan, was termed "the noblest public square in the world" by Lord Curzon, and it remains the main artwork and heart of the ancient city.
The Registan is framed by three madrasas (Islamic schools) of distinctive Islamic architecture: the Ulugh Beg Madrasa (1417–1420), the Tilakari Madrasa (1646–1660), and the Sherdar Madrasa (1619–1636).
The Ulugh Beg Madrasa was built in the Timurid Empire era of Timur, known as Tamerlane. The madrasa features a lancet-arch (pishtaq), or main square entrance. High minarets highlight each corner. There is a mosaic panel over the entrance arch, which was decorated by geometrical, stylized ornaments. The building consists of a mosque and lecture rooms, specialized for student use. The walls have magnificent art galleries along the axes.
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Architecture of Uzbekistan
The architecture of Uzbekistan combines ancient traditional design and innovative features adapted to the climate. Centers of Uzbek architecture are Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, Shakhrisabz, Termez, and Kokand. A number of ancient architectural masterpieces have survived, including palaces, mausoleums, mosques, and minarets. Colorful mosaics, religious symbols, and abstract geometrical patterns also characterize architecture in Uzbekistan.
Archaeological research on Central Asia has revealed architectural trends running parallel to the Acheulean era. In fact, remains of monuments from both the Stone and Bronze Ages have been found in the Surkhandarya, Tashkent, Samarkand, Fergana, and Navoi regions of the country.[citation needed] During the Middle Ages, Uzbek architecture flourished as a result of being a central link in the 11,000-kilometre-long (7,000 mi) Silk Road. Timurid-period architecture from the 14th to 16th century, as well as the architecture of the Shaybanid era in the 16th century, contributed greatly to the development of Islamic architecture. In the 21st century, Uzbek architecture has been characterized by its balance of traditional design and modern innovation.
The earliest traces of human habitation in the area of Uzbekistan date back to the Paleolithic Era. Ancient settlements prove that the earliest architecture can be found in Sapallitepa (14th–17th centuries BC) and Jarkutan (9th–14th centuries BC). Buddhist monuments, namely Fayaz Tepe and Kara Tepe, have also been found in the Surhandarya region (1st–3rd centuries AD). Each of these sites reflect the different stages of Central Asian civilization. The ancient city of Khorezm was established 982 years before Alexander the Great invaded Central Asia, over 34 centuries ago.
Bukhara, Samarkand, and Khiva played a vital role in the influence of Middle Ages architecture in Uzbekistan. For instance, palaces of the rulers, aristocratic places of residence, market places, madrasas, and mausoleums are confirmed as exceptional architectural examples.
The Kyrk-Kyz ("Forty Girls") mansion in Termez, dating back to the 9th and 10th centuries, is a fine example of an original country manor. The Samanids Mausoleum in Bukhara still stands as a fine architectural building from the period of the early Middle Ages.
In the 11th and 12th centuries, Samarkand became one of the major cities in the region. The city's historic public square, the Registan, was termed "the noblest public square in the world" by Lord Curzon, and it remains the main artwork and heart of the ancient city.
The Registan is framed by three madrasas (Islamic schools) of distinctive Islamic architecture: the Ulugh Beg Madrasa (1417–1420), the Tilakari Madrasa (1646–1660), and the Sherdar Madrasa (1619–1636).
The Ulugh Beg Madrasa was built in the Timurid Empire era of Timur, known as Tamerlane. The madrasa features a lancet-arch (pishtaq), or main square entrance. High minarets highlight each corner. There is a mosaic panel over the entrance arch, which was decorated by geometrical, stylized ornaments. The building consists of a mosque and lecture rooms, specialized for student use. The walls have magnificent art galleries along the axes.
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