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Poshsho Oyim Enclosure, Chor Bakr

A 17th-century family burial enclosure on the north side of the Chor Bakr necropolis, with a portal carrying a Quranic verse in tile.

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About the place

The enclosure was built in the 17th century on deep foundations of yellow stone, brick and reed, and is entered through a portal and up seven steps. Inside are two small rooms for Quran reciters, the main tombs to their east and the remains of a lamp-stand with traces of painted ornament.

Floral patterns frame the portal, and its inscription panel gives verse 53 of the Surah az-Zumar, set in brick and tile mosaic. It is one of many family enclosures in Chor Bakr and is best seen as part of a walk through the necropolis.

Why go

  • Quranic inscription in tile mosaic
  • Raised enclosure up seven steps
  • Part of the Chor Bakr necropolis

Sources (2)

  1. 1.Wikidata
  2. 2.uz.wikipedia.org

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