Govkushon madrasah - Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Govkushon madrasah - Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Govkushon madrasah is an architectural monument (XVI century) in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Madrasah built by Khojabor Khojas. It is part of Khoja Gaukushan Ensemble. It is an object of cultural heritage of Uzbekistan. The madrasah building of Khoja-Govkushon architectural ensemble was built in the historical center of Bukhara (Uzbekistan) in 1562-1565 during Shaybani ruler Abdulla Khan II at the expense of Khoja Saad, the sheikh of Dzhoybor. Khoja Sa'd is known by the nickname "Khoja Kalon", which is reflected in this name complex. Read more on Wikipedia
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