Bibi-Khanym Mosque

The Bibi-Khanym Mosque, located in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, is a monumental mosque built between 1399 and 1404 by Timur (Tamerlane) after his campaign in India. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world at the time, featuring a massive entrance arch (iwan) and a large courtyard surrounded by galleries. The mosque is named after Timur's wife, Saray Mulk Khanum, also known as Bibi-Khanym. Over the centuries, the mosque suffered from earthquakes and neglect, but extensive restoration efforts have preserved its grandeur. Today, it stands as a UNESCO World Heritage site and a major tourist attraction, admired for its intricate tilework, towering minarets, and historical significance.

Bibi-Khanym Mosque is a mosque located at Bibikhonim Str., Samarqand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan. This page brings together practical information for worshippers and visitors.

The prayer times shown are calculated for the mosque's location in the Samarkand time zone; the approximate Qibla bearing is 285.3°.

Map and location data on this page can be used to navigate to the mosque.