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Travel Through Time to Explore Central Asia's Oldest Theological Seminary

Welcome to the Treasure of Central Asia · Samarkand🌏 Here, the 13th-century scholar Ulugh Beg created incredible history📚 This medieval polymath was no ordinary figure: 📝 Poet, ⚡ Philosopher, 🌟 Astronomer all in one His legacy still shines brightly today✨ 🏛️ Fun facts about the theological seminary: 📍 Location: City center of Samarkand, Uzbekistan ⏰ Opening hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (open year-round) 💫 Dome dimensions: 13m high × 13m wide (This size was specially designed for astronomical research🔭) 💎 Architectural feature: Dome with a special metal structure 📸 Photo tips: 1️⃣ The light at sunset is the most beautiful🌅 2️⃣ Looking up at the dome creates a great atmosphere 3️⃣ Perfect for photos in traditional ethnic costumes👗 These theological seminaries were actually medieval higher education institutions for training Muslim clergy🏫 Strolling through them, you can almost hear the clear voices of students reading from 800 years ago📖
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Posted: Oct 26, 2025
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