Khiva Friday Mosque

The central prayer hall spans 55 by 46 meters with 212 wooden columns supporting the roof, forming a large interior space for gatherings.

The original structure dates from the 10th century, while the current building was reconstructed between 1778 and 1782 under the patronage of local rulers.

Twenty-five columns within the mosque preserve centuries of regional woodcarving techniques, displaying patterns and motifs from different historical periods.

The mosque maintains three separate entrances and contains light openings in the ceiling that create natural illumination throughout the prayer space.

Four wooden pillars from the 10th and 11th centuries were transported from the ancient capital of Kath, representing the oldest architectural elements in the structure.

Location: Khiva

Inception: 1788

GPS coordinates: 41.37759,60.35998

Latest update: March 4, 2025 11:39