Tillya Sheikh Mosque — Attraction in Tashkent

Tillya Sheikh Mosque, Friday Mosque.

The Tillya Sheikh Cathedral Mosque was erected in 1857 on behalf of the rich merchant, Kokand Khan Mirza Ahmed Kushbegi, who became famous as a good man and a devout Muslim, well-educated and not indifferent to the troubles of other people. The literal translation of the name of the Tillya Sheikh Mosque is “The Mosque of the Golden Sheikh”. Ιn the old days, it was the main mosque of Tashkent; it was also called the Friday Mosque of the city.

The mosque’s rectangular edifice is flanked by two towering minarets, which historically served as guiding beacons for merchant caravans. These minarets, accessible by spiraling staircases, are traditionally used by imams to call the faithful to prayer.

The main prayer hall, referred to as the winter room, is carpeted and reserved for barefoot entry only. At the heart of the mosque is a beautifully carved wooden pulpit from which the imam leads prayers. Adjacent to the pulpit is the mihrab, an ornately designed niche that indicates the direction of Mecca, towards which worshippers face during prayers.

Today, the Tillya Sheikh Mosque is an integral part of the religious complex known as Hast-Imam (Hazrati Imam) and remains an active...

Peaceful day outing to see the large mosque, bright colors and decent architecture. Nothing specific around here except a copy of the Quran claimed to be one of the 7 original handwritten copies. A big prayer hall where they turn towards the wall and pay. Maintained neat and clean. Shorts are Strictly prohibited for men. Remove shoes...

It was about time for the midday prayer and I almost didn’t get to see it because they were about to start praying, but my guide was able to ask permission for me to take a peep for five minutes. I walked around the inner complex and appreciated the sights. There are rules that you have to observe when entering the mosque, so please be...