Gur-e-Amir

Goʻri Amir
mausoleum in Samarkand
#4 in Samarkand / #18 in Uzbekistan
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by Photographer: Wiggum, edited by Liberal Freemason
/ CC BY-SA 3.0

Gur-e-Amir, located in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, is a mausoleum of significant historical importance. It serves as the final resting place of the great conqueror Timur (Tamerlane) and his descendants. Constructed in the early 15th century, the mausoleum is an architectural masterpiece exemplifying the Timurid style, characterized by its azure dome, intricate tile work, and majestic courtyard. Gur-e-Amir not only reflects the grandeur of the Timurid Empire but also provides insight into the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Central Asia.


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