Tag: Madrasa
A Courtyard of Creativity
In Uzbekistan, the inner courtyard of the Registan, one of the most renowned madrasas on the old Silk Road. Madrasas are Islamic schools that taught not only religion… [...]
Madrasahs in the Morning Light
Inside the workshops and small rooms that line the walls of the Registan are endless artisanal discoveries to be found. Artisans have practiced their crafts in these halls for centuries. [...]
Tashkent under Snow
Tashkent in Uzbekistan at -11°C. Credit : Saxon Bosworth (United Kingdom) Find all of our photos of the day. [...]
Inside of a Mosque
Interior of a beautiful 16th century mosque and Madrasa in northern Tajikistan. Credit: Simon Masssicotte Find all of our photos of the day. [...]
Busy Registan
The Registan in Samarqand is for inner and foreign toruist a favourite spot to visit. As far back as the place was created, the first madrasa was built in the… [...]
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Samarkand in winter
The inner courtyard of the Sher-Dor Madrasa at the Registan in Samarkand loses none of its beauty even at cold temperatures. Credit: Justine Paci (France) Find all of… [...]