A 1982 postcard featuring the Sher-Dor Madrasah architectural monument in Samarkand.
What is shown on the postcard
The front of the postcard displays the main facade of the Sher-Dor Madrasah with its characteristic portals, domes, and minarets. In the foreground, a pattern of shadows from a grid structure is cast on the paved square, and small figures of people are visible near the base of the portal.
Historical note
The Sher-Dor Madrasah was built in the 17th century (between 1619 and 1636) by order of the ruler of Samarkand, Yalangtush Bakhodur. The building is part of the famous Registan Square ensemble and stands opposite the older Ulugh Beg Madrasah. The name translates as ‘having tigers’ due to the mosaic depictions of felines on the tympanums of the main portal.
Present day
Today, the Registan Square ensemble, including the Sher-Dor Madrasah, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Uzbekistan’s primary cultural and tourist landmarks, carefully preserved and restored.
Location (map)
Address: Registan Square, Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Coordinates: 39.654800, 66.975700
(Google Maps)
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Questions and answers
- What is depicted on the postcard? The postcard shows the Sher-Dor Madrasah in Samarkand in 1982.
- Where is the Sher-Dor Madrasah located? It is located on the historic Registan Square in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
- What year is associated with this postcard? The postcard is dated 1982.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Samarkand from 1982.
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