Lectures and Video Lectures

The Dark Shadow of History — Kokand Prison

A dungeon dating to the Kokand Khanate period was discovered at the Ancient Taraz open-air archaeological park! This dungeon is a valuable historical artifact that reminds us of the heavy mark of colonial rule and the tragic periods endured by the people. To see history with your own eyes, to deeply feel...

Khum — the Silent Witness of Ancient Taraz

The khum vessel found at the open-air archaeological complex on the territory of the Ancient Taraz settlement is a unique example of the material heritage of medieval civilization. This large clay vessel was used in that era for storing grain, liquids, and cereal crops. Handcrafted...

Water Pipes of Ancient Taraz: A Model of Medieval Engineering

Looking deep into history, we can see that the Ancient Taraz settlement was a center not only of trade and culture, but also of engineering thought. Archaeological excavations have revealed that Taraz had a medieval water supply system. This is evidence of urbanization and the standard of living of the population of that era...

Warehouse of Ancient Taraz — the Breath of Trade

Underground storage facilities found in the depths of the Ancient Taraz settlement are evidence of trade and life along the Great Silk Road. These storage facilities held grain, fruits, oil, wine, and household items of that era. Brick walls and a special cooling system — medieva...

Ancient Taraz — Golden Treasure of History!

At the Ancient Taraz settlement, which holds the secrets of history, the foundation of a caravanserai from the Karakhanid era and gold jewelry were discovered! This is yet another proof of the rich civilization of our ancestors and the cultural-economic relations along the Great Silk Road. The caravanserai...

Southern Gates of Taraz and Ancient Taraz Settlement

Taraz is a sacred place bearing the traces of millennia, where the breath of history can be felt. Its heart is the Ancient Taraz settlement, and its pride is the Southern Gate. The Ancient Taraz settlement is a vivid manifestation of urban culture from the 6th–12th centuries. Here, traces of the civilization that developed along the Great Silk Road are preserved...

Medieval Badrapts — the Pillar of Cleanliness!

In the Middle Ages, cities were systematically organized in terms of structure. In particular, badraps served not only as gates for entry and exit, but were also responsible for the cleanliness and order of the city. Household waste and garbage from the city were taken to the outskirts — right to these badraps...

Hamam — Bathhouse Discovered in the Depths of Ancient Taraz!

Archaeologists discovered the remains of a medieval hammam bathhouse at the Ancient Taraz archaeological complex. This is a unique find dating to the 9th–12th centuries, proving the deep penetration of Islamic civilization into Central Asia. Underground heating system (hypocaust), steam rooms and stone structures, natural stone...

Mustakhara

Kali Zhunis Bathhouse

Karakhan-Baba Mausoleum

About Aisha-Bibi...

In today's column «Secrets of Architecture», we will discuss the Aisha bibi mausoleum. As we previously reported, here new information is shared about historical figures and the memorial mausoleums built in their honor. In general, when speaking about the historically rich Aulieta region, man...