Ulugbek Madrasah (Bukhara)

Madrasah · Bukhara

Built in 1417, this is one of the three madrasahs founded by Mirzo Ulugbek and among the oldest operating madrasahs in Central Asia. Its simple yet refined geometric patterns set it apart from the lavish style of the Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah. The inscription on the portal, “The pursuit of knowledge is the duty of every Muslim man and woman”, is famous. Seeing the two side by side lets you compare the styles of the Timurid and Ashtarkhanid eras.

Address

Ulugbek Street, Bukhara

Opening hours

08:00–19:00

Entry fee

20,000 UZS

UNESCO World Heritage

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