Gauhar Ana mausoleum, 12th-century mausoleum in Turkistan Region, Kazakhstan
The Gauhar Ana Mausoleum features a structure built from burnt bricks, positioned 4 kilometers south of Turkestan along the Turkestan-Shaulder Highway.
Built during the 12th century, this mausoleum serves as the final resting place for Gauhar Ana, the daughter of influential poet Khoja Ahmed Yasawi.
The mausoleum holds protected status within the State Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum Azret Sultan, drawing visitors from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkey, and Kyrgyzstan.
A new visitor center spanning 683 square meters includes an information center, hotel accommodations, and parking facilities for travelers exploring the site.
Several wells containing medicinal water surround the mausoleum, connecting to local narratives about Gauhar Ana's reported healing abilities during her lifetime.
Location: Turkistan Region
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 43.26250,68.28583
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:19
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