About Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi

The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, built-in 1389, honours the Turkic poet who died in 1166.  Construction was halted in 1405 when Timur, who ordered its construction, passed away. It is said that Timur hired professional builders and aided in the construction himself.

The architecture of the building is said to be the beginner of the Timurid style. The manner in which the vault and dome were constructed and the decorative glazed tiles started a new form of art. Thick walls, both inside and out, protect the central hall and eight rooms. The poet is interred in the burial vault found behind a door carved in ivory and wood. The other rooms are used as a library, mosque, dining room, and utility room. 

The mausoleum was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003.
 

Must See

There are many attractions contained within Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi. A few of these are:

  • Mausoleum walls
  • Yasawi's tomb 
  • The architecture of the building
  • Yasawi's tomb 
  • Copper room

How to reach

Wondering how can you reach Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, well you can either take a train, taxi or even self-drive whatever is convenient for you.


If you take a train it takes 26 hours 50 minutes and will cost you 11,926.8 KZT to 31,932.9 KZT.


If you drive from Astana to Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed it takes 23 hours.

Tips

  • The museum possesses a beautiful and fragrant rose garden in front of this magnificent mausoleum complex.
  • The building itself takes a beautiful architecture, leading into a large, beautifully decorated mausoleum hall. 
  • Unfortunately, photography inside the building is prohibited, but you can employ a small mobile phone camera. 
  • Carry enough drinking water with you.
  • The objects on exhibit are well selected and are all extremely beautiful.
  • English explanations accompany most of the collections as well as summary explanations. 
  • You might require to get a tour guide because there are so many places to cover that you may get confused.

Visit Time

Sunday:          9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 
Monday :        9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 
Tuesday:        9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday:   9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday:       9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 
Friday:            9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday:        9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
 

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Waiting Time

Yes the long queue can be avoided if you buy tickets online in advance

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

There is a small entry fee charged at the entrance approx. 500 KZT per person

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds 13.59°C

 

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