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Ak-Saray Palace
39.0608° N, 66.8292° E
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The Ak-Saray Palace, located in Shahrisabz, Uzbekistan, is a significant archaeological site from the Timurid period. Built between 1380 and 1404 under Timur's reign, the palace was intended to establish Shahrisabz as the empire's capital. Though now in ruins, the site retains features such as towering pylons and intricately glazed brick patterns, indicative of its architectural grandeur. The palace included a vast courtyard and was surrounded by various structures, some reaching six stories high. Despite its destruction in the 16th century by Abdullah Khan II's forces, the site has been preserved as a historical monument, with restoration efforts in the late 20th century. The Ak-Saray Palace is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting its cultural and historical significance.
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Destruction by Abdullah Khan II
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Timur orders palace construction
1380 CE
Completion of Ak-Saray Palace
1404 CE
Timur statue erected
1994 CE
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