Mausoleum of Syrlybai
Syrlybai Shabakuly (1818-1896) served as the chief adviser to the Shah of Khwarazm, an ancient state situated in the delta of the Amudarya River, and also held military leadership under Zhankozha Batyr.
Constructed at the close of the 19th century, the Mausoleum of Syrlybai is crafted from baked brick. It comprises a corridor and a burial chamber. Above the burial chamber, a turquoise-painted brick dome ascends, with openings in the tholobate marking the four cardinal directions.
How to get there?
The Mausoleum of Syrlybai is situated approximately 25 km (15 mi) southwest of the town of Kazalinsk in the Kyzylorda region. The closest village to the mausoleum is Jankent (former Orkendeu), which is located 11 km (7 mi) to the northeast.
Other tourist attractions near the mausoleum:
- Mausoleum of Kuttybai
- The Ancient Settlement of Jankent
- Syrdarya River
- The Ancient Settlement of Kesken-Kuyuk-Kala
- The Town of Kazalinsk
- Saraman-Kosa Tower
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