The notebook of Turkistan
Follow the city to its unexpected horizons.
Turkistan centres on the mausoleum of Ahmed Yasawi and the historic buildings of the Azret Sultan complex. Recent developments should be distinguished from the historic monuments.
At your own pace
Identity summary
1 to 2 days
Spring · Autumn
Recommended car
Heritage · City
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Turkistan
Turkistan centres on the mausoleum of Ahmed Yasawi and the historic buildings of the Azret Sultan complex. Recent developments should be distinguished from the historic monuments.
Check the accesses, reservations and times at the site prior to the visit.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi
- Hilvet underground mosque
- Turkestan Friday Mosque
Before you choose
- Check the accesses, reservations and times at the site prior to the visit.
- Indicative Hidengo duration, excluding transport; it varies with the route, access and local conditions.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Mausoleum
Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi
The Timurid mausoleum of Yasawi dominates the historical complex of Turkestan. The places of worship and conservation follow the instructions of the site.
Historic mosque
Hilvet underground mosque
Hilvet preserves underground spaces related to the spiritual retreat of Yasawi. Check the open path and the constraints of narrow passages.
Historic mosque
Turkestan Friday Mosque
The old Friday mosque completes the buildings of the historical area. Possible exhibitions and interior access are to be confirmed.
Practical tips
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