Urgaz

Urgaz is a carpet shop in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Urgaz is situated nearby to Cathedral mosque ABU BAKR AS-SIDDIQ, as well as near Imom Qal`a darvozasi.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Kalan Minaret and Ark of Bukhara.

Kalan Minaret

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The Kalyan Minaret is a minaret of the Po-i-Kalyan mosque complex in Bukhara, Uzbekistan 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. Kalan Minaret is situated 1 km south of Urgaz.

Ark of Bukhara

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The Ark of Bukhara is a massive fortress located in the city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan, that was initially built and occupied around the 5th century AD. The Ark's current structure began to develop during the 16th century under the Shaybanid Uzbek dynasty, while all of its existing buildings were constructed in the last three centuries. Ark of Bukhara is situated 720 metres southwest of Urgaz.

Bukhara Prison

Prison

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Bukhara Prison is a fortified building that traditionally served as the prison of the Amir of Bukhara, in Uzbekistan. In the late 18th century, during the reign of the Mangits, it was built and was one of the largest prisons of the Bukhara Emirate. Bukhara Prison is situated 480 metres southwest of Urgaz.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Bukhara and Medrese Kosh.

Bukhara

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