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The castles of Khorezm

Toprak-kala is an extraordinary archaeological site in Uzbekistan that offers a wealth of information on the political, cultural and artistic aspects of the Khorezm region…

Caravanserai

The caravanserai is an essential element of the Silk Road landscape. This is a “hotel” for caravans. South Carolina…

Madrasah

The madrasa is an essential element of Muslim culture. Is it a Koranic school Origin? Historians believe that the origin of the madrasa is…

Islamic mausoleum

Drum The drum is a fundamental element of Islamic constructions, or more generally of the architecture of domes. The difficulty for architects is over…

Glossary

Ahriman: spirit of evil and darkness, adversary of Ahura Mazda, in the Mazdean and Zoroastrian religion. Ahura Mazda: “wise Lord”, supreme God in…

Khiva, Khorezm

Khiva, Itchan Kala Kunia Ark The ancient citadel, which also includes . It contained a mosque, a barracks, a chancery, a throne room, the Hotel des…

Merv, Gjaur kale

Merv, Gjaur Kale The site of Merv is one of the most interesting archaeological sites because it brings together several towns next to each other…

Pasargadae

Pasargadae The site of Pasargadae was the place of the king's residence, probably All Category 1 Category 2 Image #1 Image #1 Image #1…

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