Samarkand, Samarkand, Central Asia, Uzbekistan
Public Square / Madrasah Complex · Timurid · 15th-17th Century
The Registan was the heart of the ancient city of Samarkand of the Timurid dynasty. It is a public square framed by three madrasahs (Islamic schools) of distinctive Islamic architecture: the Ulugh Beg Madrasah (1417–1420), the Sher-Dor Madrasah (1619–1636), and the Tilya-Kori Madrasah (1646–1660).
Construction: 1417 – 1660
Founder: Ulugh Beg, Yalangtush Bakhodir
Key figures: Ulugh Beg, Yalangtush Bakhodir
Significance: The heart of the ancient city of Samarkand and a masterpiece of Islamic architecture.
- 1417-1420: Ulugh Beg Madrasah built
- 1619-1636: Sher-Dor Madrasah built
- 1646-1660: Tilya-Kori Madrasah built
Architectural styles: Timurid, Persian
Materials: Brick, Glazed Tiles, Marble
- Ulugh Beg Madrasah: The oldest madrasah, known for its astronomical themes.
- Sher-Dor Madrasah: Features mosaics of tigers/lions with suns on their backs.
- Tilya-Kori Madrasah: Gilded madrasah with a magnificent golden mosque.
Opening hours: 08:00 - 20:00 (summer) · 09:00 - 18:00 (winter) – Ticket required.
- General: €4.00
Accessibility: Accessible.
Official site: http://samarkand-museum.uz
Address: Registan St, Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Coordinates: 39.6547, 66.9758