Minor Mosque, Tashkent
The construction of the Minor mosque was started in the summer of 2013 on the basis of the decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov.
On October 1, 2014, on the eve of the holy holiday of Muslims - Kurban Hayit, the President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov opened a new mosque "Minor".
The building of the mosque was built in the traditional oriental and Uzbek style, has two minarets and a sky-colored dome. The inside of the mosque is decorated in the style of "naksh" and the mihrab is decorated not only with sayings from the Koran, but also with hadiths. The mosque is designed for more than 2400 people. After the opening, the Minor Mosque became one of the largest spiritual centers of Muslims in Tashkent and all of Uzbekistan. The construction of the Minor mosque was financed from the state budget and the Spiritual Board of Muslims of Uzbekistan.
The mosque has all conditions for visitors. There are special rooms for ablutions, which are equipped with modern accessories.
On October 1, 2014, on the eve of the holy holiday of Muslims - Kurban Hayit, the President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov opened a new mosque "Minor".
The building of the mosque was built in the traditional oriental and Uzbek style, has two minarets and a sky-colored dome. The inside of the mosque is decorated in the style of "naksh" and the mihrab is decorated not only with sayings from the Koran, but also with hadiths. The mosque is designed for more than 2400 people. After the opening, the Minor Mosque became one of the largest spiritual centers of Muslims in Tashkent and all of Uzbekistan. The construction of the Minor mosque was financed from the state budget and the Spiritual Board of Muslims of Uzbekistan.
The mosque has all conditions for visitors. There are special rooms for ablutions, which are equipped with modern accessories.
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Minor Mosque on Map
Sight Name: Minor Mosque
Sight Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan (See walking tours in Tashkent)
Sight Type: Religious
Sight Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan (See walking tours in Tashkent)
Sight Type: Religious
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One such architectural jewel is the Kukeldash Madrasah, dating back to the late 16th century. There is talk of making it into a museum, but it is currently still being used as a religious school.
... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles