Shakpak-ata mosque, Cave mosque in Mangystau region, Kazakhstan.
The Shakpak Ata mosque features four connected chambers carved into chalk rocks, with a central hall supported by monumental stone columns.
Dating from the 10th to 14th centuries, this underground mosque served as a spiritual center and contains archaeological evidence of human activity from Stone Age.
The interior walls display Arabic inscriptions, depictions of horses, riders, and palm prints that reflect the intersection of Islamic and local traditions.
Located 127 kilometers from Aktau, the mosque requires an off-road vehicle to access and remains open to visitors from morning until sunset.
A spiral staircase leads to a platform overlooking an ancient necropolis, where religious ceremonies have taken place for over eight centuries.
GPS coordinates: 44.43340,51.13880
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:10
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