Kalon Minaret
Architectural historical complex The Poi Kalon minaret was erected from burnt bricks in 1127 in Bukhara and consists of Miri Arab Madrasah and the Minaret with Kalon mosque.
Karahanid Arslankhan erected Kalon minaret from burnt bricks in 1127.
Karahanid Arslankhan erected Kalon minaret from burnt bricks in 1127.
Minaret Kalon is the highest architectural construction in Bukhara. Its height is 46,5 meters and its foundation goes down 10 meters. The diameter of the base is 9 meters.
A long time ago, the minaret served as an observation post and had a religious function as well. The minaret was the place to call Muslims to pray.
There is also a legend that during the reign of the Bukhara emirate, Minaret Kalon was the execution place.
A lantern in the form of a cylinder adorns the minaret. It has 16 arched openings. An inscription on the ceiling says that eastern architect Bako made this lantern in 1127.
Minaret Kalon and Kalon mosque are combined with the bridge. Through circular stairs of 105 steps, visitors can go up to the rotunda of the minaret and admire the beautiful landscape of the city.
Our travel agency, «Orient Mice», provides you with pleasure, transport and expert guides who will show you not only Uzbekistan's cities but also the amazing stories about the architectural monuments of Bukhara.
A long time ago, the minaret served as an observation post and had a religious function as well. The minaret was the place to call Muslims to pray.
There is also a legend that during the reign of the Bukhara emirate, Minaret Kalon was the execution place.
A lantern in the form of a cylinder adorns the minaret. It has 16 arched openings. An inscription on the ceiling says that eastern architect Bako made this lantern in 1127.
Minaret Kalon and Kalon mosque are combined with the bridge. Through circular stairs of 105 steps, visitors can go up to the rotunda of the minaret and admire the beautiful landscape of the city.
Our travel agency, «Orient Mice», provides you with pleasure, transport and expert guides who will show you not only Uzbekistan's cities but also the amazing stories about the architectural monuments of Bukhara.
