The gates of Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace are an architectural monument in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, captured on a 1989 postcard.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard depicts the entrance gates of the Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace. They are made of fired brick and richly decorated with mosaics. The central part features an arched entrance leading inside. Decorative elements and Arabic calligraphy are visible on the upper facade.
Historical note
The Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace (lit. ‘Palace, like stars and the moon’) served as the summer residence of the emirs of Bukhara. It was built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The architectural style combines traditional Uzbek and Russian motifs.
Present day
Currently, the Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace is a museum and one of Bukhara’s main attractions. The gates shown on the postcard remain a well-preserved element of the complex, attracting tourists with their beauty and history.
Location (map)
Address: Bukhara, Uzbekistan
Coordinates: 39.764600, 64.424900
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Location identified by the landmark name ‘Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace gates’..
Questions and answers
- When was the Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace built? The palace was built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- What does the name ‘Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa’ mean? The name translates to ‘Palace, like stars and the moon’.
- Is the palace a museum? Yes, the palace is currently a museum and a popular attraction.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Bukhara from 1989.
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