Po-i-Kalyan Complex
The iconic heart of Bukhara - the 47m Kalyan Minaret (1127), Kalyan Mosque, and Mir-i Arab Madrasah. The minaret so impressed Genghis Khan that he spared it during destruction. The mosque holds 10,000 worshippers.
The iconic heart of Bukhara - the 47m Kalyan Minaret (1127), Kalyan Mosque, and Mir-i Arab Madrasah. The minaret so impressed Genghis Khan that he spared it during destruction. The mosque holds 10,000 worshippers.
Mosque: 25,000 UZS. Minaret climb: 25,000 UZS extra. Mir-i Arab: exterior only (free). Minaret 47m - Bukhara symbol
Central old town location. Walk from Lyabi-Hauz (5 min). All Bukhara sights are walking distance in compact old town.
Daily 8am-6pm. Closed during Friday prayer (1-2pm).
Useful tips for visiting Po-i-Kalyan Complex
Kalyan minaret was also used for executions - hence 'Tower of Death'. Mir-i Arab is active madrasah - entry limited. Best photos from roof terraces of nearby restaurants. Spectacular at night when illuminated.
Central old town location. Walk from Lyabi-Hauz (5 min). All Bukhara sights are walking distance in compact old town.
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