Samarqand Qal`a darvozasi

Samarqand Qal`a darvozasi is a building in . Samarqand Qal`a darvozasi is situated nearby to the movie theater , as well as near the mosque .

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Kalan Minaret and Ark of Bukhara.

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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 1 km southwest of Samarqand Qal`a darvozasi.

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The is a massive fortress located in the city of , , 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. is situated 1 km southwest of Samarqand Qal`a darvozasi.

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, alternatively known as the Madrasah of Khalif Niyaz-kul, is a historic gatehouse for a now-destroyed madrasa in the historic city of , . is situated 1 km southeast of Samarqand Qal`a darvozasi.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Bukhara and Medrese Kosh.

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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.

Locality
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is a locality.

Samarqand Qal`a darvozasi

Latitude
39.78308° or 39° 46′ 59″ north
Longitude
64.42102° or 64° 25′ 16″ east
Height
20 metres (66 feet)
Open location code
8JF6QCMC+6C
Open­Street­Map ID
way 183873673
Open­Street­Map feature
building=­yes
Open­Street­Map feature
tourism=­attraction
Open­Street­Map attribute
denomination=­sunni
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In Other Languages

“Samarqand Qal`a darvozasi” goes by many names.
  • Russian: “Самаркандские ворота”

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