🕌 Major Mosques in Samarkand
Landmark & Historic Mosques
- Bibi-Khanym Mosque – Grand 15th-century mosque; once among the largest in the Islamic world.
- Hazrat Khizr Mosque – Ancient site rebuilt in the 19th century; scenic location near Shah-i-Zinda.
- Khoja Ahror Vali Mosque – Connected to the famous Naqshbandi Sufi master.
- Ruhabad Mosque – Linked to the spiritual guide of Timur.
Important Community & Friday Mosques
- Imomi Azam Jome Mosque – Large Friday prayer mosque serving local residents.
- Obi Rahmat Jome Mosque – Known for regular Friday prayers and gatherings.
- Hoji Safoyi Valiy Mosque – Strong educational and religious activities.
- Khoja Abdumomin Jome Mosque – Major neighbourhood congregational mosque.
Traditional & Neighborhood Mosques
- Lakhutiy Mosque – Small community mosque.
- Khoja Zudmurod Mosque – Serves surrounding residents.
- Kosh Hauz Mosque – Traditional layout with inner courtyard.
- Namozgoh Mosque – Associated with open-air Eid traditions.
- Karabay Aksakal Mosque – Named after a respected local figure.
- Mubarak Mahalla Mosque – Serves neighbourhood gatherings.
- Tuman Aka Mosque – Important in its district.
- Madaniyat Mosque – Popular local mosque.