Tours To Uzbekistan
EN RU 日本 DE IT ES FR

Abu Mansur Matridy Mausoleum

  Abu Mansur Matridy Mausoleum is located to the east of the famous Registan Square. It was built over the tomb of the famous Islamic theologian Muhammad Abu Mansur al-Matridi. Theologian was buried in the cemetery Chokardiza in Samarkand. In 1930 the mausoleum was destroyed.

  Abu Mansur al-Maturidi was born in Maturidy near Samarkand, here he studied religious subjects. Afterwards, he taught fiqh and kalam. Maturidy believed that a person has the right of choice.

  Mausoleum which square is 12х12 metre, its height is 17,5 metre, has a double dome. Outer dome is covered with blue majolica; drum is decorated with 24 arches and window lattices- pandjara. You can read Imam al Matrudy’s inscription on the tombstone of white marble.

  There is a low dome construction – dakhma on the west side of the mausoleum. Small elevation with tombstones of IX-XVIII centuries is on the north side of the mausoleum.

  Having a great knowledge in the field of theology, Imam al Matrudi was famous and deeply honored not only among his many students, but also in the scientific world of the Muslim East.

.

Other sights of Samarkand


Uzbekistan cities



Our tours
About Anur Tour
About Us Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions Our contacts
Uzbekistan
All about Uzbekistan The Great Silk Road History of Uzbekistan Uzbekistan cities Sights of Uzbekistan Uzbek Culture Customs regulations Embassies Reviews about Uzbekistan Photo Gallery FAQ
Our Services
Uzbekistan tours Central Asia Tours Uzbekistan hotels Visa to Uzbekistan Transportation service Trains Flights MICE Tourism
Uzbekistan tours
Tashkent Samarkand Khiva Bukhara Fergana Valley

Copyright © 2008 - 2023 Anur Tour

Instagram facebook Youtube Twitter