Sar-Khar

Sar-Khar is a locality in . Sar-Khar is situated nearby to the locality , as well as near .
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Places of Interest

Highlights include Samanid Mausoleum and Kalan Minaret.

The is a mausoleum located in the northwestern part of , , just outside its historic center. It was built in the 10th century CE as the resting place of the powerful and influential Islamic Samanid dynasty that ruled the Samanid Empire from approximately 900 to 1000. is situated 3 km southeast of Sar-Khar.

Photo: Ipaat, Public domain.
The Kalyan Minaret is a minaret of the complex in , and one of the most prominent landmarks in the city. The minaret, designed by Bako, was built on an earlier existing structure called Kalyan by the Qarakhanid ruler Mohammad Arslan Khan in 1127 to summon Muslims to prayer five times a day. is situated 4 km southeast of Sar-Khar.

Historic building
Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum is located near the Samani Mausoleum, in , . Its name means Job's well, due to the legend in which Job visited this place and made a well by striking the ground with his staff. is situated 3 km southeast of Sar-Khar.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Medrese Kosh and Bukhara.

Locality
is a locality, which is situated 3½ km southeast of Sar-Khar.

is a city historically astride the Silk Road in the region of . It has a wealth of architecture and culture and is a must-see destination on any tour of this region.

Sar-Khar

Latitude
39.8° or 39° 48′ north
Longitude
64.38333° or 64° 23′ east
Elevation
220 metres (722 feet)
Open location code
8JF6R92M+28
Geo­Names ID
1216241
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In Other Languages

“Sar-Khar” goes by many names.
  • Persian: سر خر
  • Persian: طوطی‌کش

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