ARCHITECTURAL LEGACY OF THE KARAKHANIDS: A CULTURAL MARVEL FROM CENTRAL ASIA
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Keywords: Karakhanids, Central Asia, turkic dynasty, architecture, islamic influences, persian influences, cultural synthesis, brick and terracotta, geometric patterns, ornamental carvings, mosques, mausoleumsAbstract
Abstract: This scientific article delves into the architectural heritage of the Karakhanid dynasty, an influential turkic muslim dynasty that ruled over parts of Central Asia and Transoxiana from the 10th to the 12th century. The Karakhanids made significant contributions to the field of architecture, leaving behind an impressive legacy of palaces, mosques, mausoleums, and fortifications. This article explores the distinctive characteristics of Karakhanid architecture, its influences, and its impact on subsequent architectural styles in the region.
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