Penjikent murals, Ancient wall paintings in Panjakent, Tajikistan.
The extensive collection of frescoes at Panjakent displays scenes of banquets, battles, and religious ceremonies through detailed artistry and rich colors.
The murals date from the 5th to 8th centuries until 722 CE when the Abbasid Caliphate invasion led to the end of artistic production.
The artwork reveals a multicultural society of Sogdian and Turkic elites, with influences from Greek, Iranian, Buddhist, and Indian artistic traditions.
The murals are exhibited in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg and the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan in Dushanbe.
The Blue Hall contains a series of murals depicting the Iranian epic hero Rostam, connecting the artwork to the narratives of the Shahnameh.
Location: Panjakent
GPS coordinates: 39.48679,67.62048
Latest update: March 6, 2025 15:53
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