Magok-i-Attari Mosque Mosque
Historic medieval mosque in Bukhara Region
In Bukhara's old town, the Magok-i-Attari Mosque is an early historic mosque notable for dense brickwork and tiled decoration; visitors study its layered history amid surrounding madrassas and bazaars.
Magok-i-Attari Mosque at a Glance#
Address: Magok-i-Attari Mosque vicinity, Bukhara, Uzbekistan
About Magok-i-Attari Mosque#
The Magok-i-Attari Mosque is an early mosque located in the historic centre of Bukhara, Uzbekistan. It is notable for its partly sunken prayer hall and for occupying a site that was used for religious purposes in successive periods.
The mosque dates from the early medieval period and stands amid other monuments of Bukhara’s old town, illustrating layers of religious and urban development. Its compact form and situation below surrounding ground level are distinctive features cited in studies of Central Asian urban architecture.
Situated within Bukhara’s historic urban fabric, the mosque is close to other heritage monuments and is typically visited as part of the city’s concentration of medieval Islamic architecture.
- Subterranean character: Noted for being partially built below street level, reflecting an early mosque layout in Bukhara’s historic core.
How to Get to Magok-i-Attari Mosque#
The mosque is in Bukhara’s historic center, within walking distance of major monuments such as Lyab-i Hauz and the Ark. Most visitors explore the area on foot from central Bukhara accommodations.
Tips for Visiting Magok-i-Attari Mosque#
- Respect mosque etiquette: remove shoes, dress modestly, and be mindful during prayer times.
- Photography of the interior may be restricted; ask permission from custodians.
Best Time to Visit Magok-i-Attari Mosque#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for exploring Bukhara's historic mosques and markets.
Weather & Climate near Magok-i-Attari Mosque#
Magok-i-Attari Mosque's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 37°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -3° - 6° | -2° | 21 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.6h |
| February | Good | -3° - 8° | -1° | 22 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 3.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.6h |
| March | Good | 3° - 15° | 7° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 3.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Ideal | 10° - 23° | 17° | 20 mm | some cloud | 45% | 3.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.1h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 30% | 3.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.2h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 27° | 1 mm | clear | 21% | 3.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.7h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 37° | 30° | 1 mm | clear | 19% | 3.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.5h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 1 mm | clear | 19% | 3.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Ideal | 13° - 29° | 21° | 1 mm | clear | 22% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 7° - 22° | 14° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 35% | 2.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Very Good | 1° - 14° | 6° | 12 mm | some cloud | 57% | 2.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| December | Acceptable | -1° - 8° | 1° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
