Gawhar Shad Mausoleum
Islamic burial site in Herat, Afghanistan / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Gawhar Shad Mausoleum, also known as the Tomb of Baysunghur, is an Islamic burial structure located in what is now Herat, Afghanistan. Built in the 15th century, the structure served as a royal tomb for members of the Timurid dynasty and is part of the Musalla Complex.
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Gawhar Shad Mausoleum | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Islam |
Location | |
Location | Musalla Complex, Herat |
Country | Afghanistan |
Architecture | |
Architect(s) | Qavan ud-din |
Type | Mausoleum |
Style | Timurid, Iranian |
Completed | 1438 |
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