Ulugh beg Madrassah

Ulugh Beg Madrassah is a rectangular school building from the 15th century with a striking entrance gate, a central courtyard, and passages. These lead to prayer spaces and classrooms where students learned religion, science, and other subjects.

This school was built in 1417 by a grandson of Timur, who wanted to create a center for learning. The builders Ismail Isfagani and Najmeddin Bukhari designed a structure that survived many centuries.

The decorations on the walls include celestial patterns that show how much this school valued astronomy and mathematics. These details tell visitors about the intellectual interests of the students and teachers who were here.

The building now houses a museum about restoration and architectural history with exhibits on local monuments. Visitors should allow time to walk through the rooms and observe the decorative details on walls and ceilings.

Two inscriptions at the entrance gate emphasize the importance of learning, stating that the pursuit of knowledge is necessary for every Muslim. These words show how seriously the founder valued education.

Location: Bukhara City

GPS coordinates: 39.77678,64.41759

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:01