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🌎  Uzbekistan 🇺🇿

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📍  Mir-i-Arab Madrasa

✈️  Bukhara International Airport (BHK)

🚗  10.9 KM

⏱️  30 minutes

Mir-i-Arab Madrasa, an active Islamic school located within Bukhara's historic Poi Kalyan complex, is generally accessible on foot through the city's walkable old town. Visitors can explore the main courtyard and admire its stunning 16th-century architecture, often as part of a solo visit, though a guided tour can offer invaluable historical and cultural context regarding its ongoing function and religious significance. There are no specific seasonal restrictions, but spring and autumn offer the most pleasant weather for exploring Bukhara. Entry to the madrasa's main areas is typically free as it is an active institution, though guided tours would incur a separate cost. A typical visit duration ranges from 15 to 30 minutes for a quick appreciation of its beauty, or longer if integrated into a comprehensive tour of the Poi Kalyan Ensemble. As an active religious school, visitors should dress respectfully, covering shoulders and knees, and be mindful of the students and their studies.