Overview

Kunya-Urgench is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Uýgurýer, Turkmenistan, on the left bank of the Amu Daria River. The site features a series of monuments from the 11th to 16th centuries, showcasing outstanding achievements in architecture and craftsmanship.

History

Kunya-Urgench was the capital of the Khorezm region, part of the Achaemenid Empire. According to UNESCO, the old town contains a series of monuments mainly from the 11th to 16th centuries, testifying to the Islamic culture of the Khorezm. The society that created this centre has disappeared.

Architecture

The site's architecture is characterized by mosques, gates of caravanserai, fortresses, mausoleums, and a 60-m high minaret. These monuments demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship whose influence reached Iran and Afghanistan, as well as the Mogul Empire of 16th-century India.

Location

Kunya-Urgench is situated in north-western Turkmenistan, near the Amu Daria River.

Religious Significance

Unfortunately, no specific details about the religious significance of Kunya-Urgench are available.

Notable Artworks and Features

The site features a series of monuments, including a mosque and a 60-m high minaret. These artworks demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship and influence from other regions.

Heritage Status

Kunya-Urgench was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2005 under criteria (ii)(iii), recognizing its outstanding achievements in architecture and its unique cultural significance.

Visiting Information

Unfortunately, no specific details about visiting Kunya-Urgench are available.