Mausoleum of Sheikh Zaynudin

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Mausoleum of Sheikh Zaynudin, Islamic mausoleum in Shaykhontohur, Uzbekistan.

The Mausoleum of Sheikh Zaynudin features a rectangular structure measuring 18 by 16 meters, crowned with a dome and decorated with seven ornamental towers.

The initial construction dates to the 14th century, including an underground chamber from the 12th century used for meditation, followed by reconstruction in the late 19th century.

The monument contains the tomb of Sheikh Zaynudin, a prominent spiritual author and leader of the Suhrawardiya tariqa who was sent to Tashkent to spread his teachings.

Located at coordinates 41.3239 latitude and 69.2033 longitude, the building welcomes visitors interested in Islamic architectural heritage and spiritual history.

The mausoleum includes an underground room called chillakhaneh where Sheikh Zaynudin conducted forty-day spiritual retreats in complete isolation.

Location: Shaykhontohur

GPS coordinates: 41.32390,69.20330

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:19

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