Islamic Sites In Navoi, Uzbekistan

Navoi is a city in central Uzbekistan, a sort of gateway to the Kyzylkum desert. The town is a bit of an outpost. There are a couple of small attractions worth a visit, classic Islamic "M"s, a mausoleum and a mosque.

Here's the small, kind of adorable Mir-Said Bakhrom Mausoleum. Bakhrom was a scholar, cleric, all around Muslim bigwig way back in the 11th century. The mausoleum is the smallest one in Uzbekistan.

Simple, understated grave. Bonus room, a mosque.

Moving on to the 16th century, there's a classic mosque, named for the revered teacher, Qosim Sheikh Jameh. Traditional architecture using tan brick, blue tile,  a central dome.

Lovely restored blue and white interior. Be sure to check the clocks for the next prayer time.

Quiet day, one worshipper.