October 8, 2025 • 1 min read

At the heart of Bukhara rises the Po-i-Kalyan—literally “At the foot of the Great.” This storied ensemble unites the sky-piercing Kalyan Minaret, the vast Kalyan Mosque, and the revered Mir-i-Arab Madrasa, forming a timeless stage where faith, craft, and city life converge.
The 12th‑century Kalyan Minaret, a lacework of baked brick, climbs nearly 46 meters. Its fourteen ornamental bands and lantern crown catch the desert sun, turning gold at sunset. Legends say even Genghis Khan spared it—proof of a beauty that outlasts conquerors.
Opposite stands the 16th‑century Kalyan Mosque: a sea of arches and 288 domed galleries surrounding a tranquil courtyard. Step inside to find the cool shade, the echo of footsteps, and a blue-tiled mihrab that draws the eye—and the spirit—forward.
Across the square, the Mir-i-Arab Madrasa still breathes scholarship. Its turquoise domes and monumental portal guard a living tradition, where study and contemplation continue behind carved doors.
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