Thursday 9 November 2023

Exploring The Mizdarkhan Necropolis Near Nukus

Fascinating ruins and a burial site still in use today. The cemetery of the ancient city of Mizdarkhan dates back to 4th century BC as a necropolis for famous folks. Plenty of unique mausoleums and burial sites still fill the hill.

Random view. A lot of structures have been preserved, a lot rebuilt.

The variety of burial styles is on view, from simple mud graves to tile, metal, and full-blown mausoleum temple buildings. Staying cool. A view of the underground, 14th century mausoleum of Mazlum Khan Sulu.

Ruins of Khalifa Yerezhep madrasa. Big ups to Sarah for funding a restoration of this site.

The peculiar mausoleum and tomb of Shamun Nabi. Legend states that his body grows an inch every year. Gotta keep extending the tomb.

Nice perch. The unique grave of Jumart Kassab, on top of a hill.

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