Rakhmonkul Madrasa

Rakhmonkul Madrasa is a building in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Rakhmonkul Madrasa is situated nearby to Dustum Orgosi, as well as near Khoja Zayniddin Mosque.

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Type: Religious organization
Description: Madrasa in Bukhara
Also known as: “Рахмонкул медресе”

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Kalan Minaret and Hoja Zayniddin Mosque and Khanqah.

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 390 metres northeast of Rakhmonkul Madrasa.

Hoja Zayniddin Mosque and Khanqah

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Hoja Zayniddin Mosque and Khanqah is situated 150 metres northeast of Rakhmonkul Madrasa.

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 440 metres north of Rakhmonkul Madrasa.

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.