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Abdullah Khan Madrasa

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Abdullah Khan Madrasa

Abdullah Khan Madrasa

Located at the north end of the Kosh Madrasah complex in Bukhara, this 16th-century Islamic school is an example of the city's historical architecture. Travelers visit this site to study the structural design and decorative elements characteristic of the period's religious educational institutions.

Getting There

The madrasa is situated within the historic center of Bukhara. Most visitors reach the site on foot from central hotels or the Lyabi-Hauz area. Depending on your starting point in the city center, the walk typically takes between 10 and 20 minutes.

Visit Duration

Allow approximately 45 to 60 minutes to walk through the courtyard and observe the surrounding cells and architectural details.

When to Visit

Early morning or late afternoon is recommended to avoid the midday heat, particularly during the summer months. The site can become crowded during peak tourist seasons, especially when tour groups arrive from the city center.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its central location, this site can be combined with several other nearby landmarks within a short walking distance:

  • Modari Khan Madrasa (0.1km)
  • Mavlono Asiri Madrasa (0.1km)
  • Baland Mosque (0.3km)
  • Bolo Haouz Mosque (0.4km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Good to visit alongside

Modari Khan Madrasa

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Modari Khan Madrasa

A 16th-century madrasa in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. It faces the Abdullah Khan Madrasa, forming an architectural ensemble that's ideal for exploring the Islamic architecture of old Bukhara together.

0.1 km away
Mavlono Asiri Madrasa

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Mavlono Asiri Madrasa

A single-story madrasa in Bukhara's old town. Listed as a cultural heritage site of Uzbekistan, it offers a close look at traditional Islamic architectural style.

0.1 km away
Baland Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Baland Mosque

This small mosque stands in the southern part of Bukhara's old town and was built in the early 16th century. It sits within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old town, making it easy to visit alongside other nearby sights.

0.3 km away
Bolo Haouz Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Bolo Haouz Mosque

Built in 1712, this historic mosque stands opposite Bukhara's famous Ark Fortress. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old town, it's known for its striking gallery of slender, ornately carved wooden columns.

0.4 km away
Samanid Mausoleum

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Samanid Mausoleum

A mausoleum just outside Bukhara's old town, built in the 10th century as a resting place for rulers of the Samanid dynasty. It's said to hold the tombs of three people, including Nasr II.

0.4 km away
Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum

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Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum

A structure near the Samanid Mausoleum in Bukhara, built during the Timurid era. It features a conical Khorezm-style dome, rare for Bukhara, and houses a well linked to the legend of the Prophet Job.

0.4 km away