Mir-i Arab Madrassa
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Nigel Shaw
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About this spot
The Mir-i Arab Madrasa, part of the Po-i-Kalyan ensemble in Bukhara, was built in the 16th century by Ubaydullah-khan, the first Shaibanid ruler to make Bukhara his capital. Named after Sheikh Abdullah Yamani, it follows the architectural style of Transoxiana, featuring a large central courtyard and glazed mosaic façade. The interior consists of small cells for students, lecture halls, and a domed room housing Sheikh Yamani's cenotaph. Situated opposite the Kalyan mosque, the madrasa completes the Po-i-Kalan square, reflecting the traditional practice of monumental buildings facing each other. Its construction was financed by the sale of 3,000 slaves captured in wars in Khorasan. Despite its historical context, the madrasa remains active today, occasionally allowing access to its inner courtyard.
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