Tash-Rabat is a caravanserai in the territory of At-Bashinsky district , Naryn region , Kyrgyzstan , near the border with China. The construction is located on the bank of the winding Tash-Rabat river, a tributary of the Kara-Koyun River, at an altitude of more than 3500 m above sea level.
Tash-Rabat was built in the 15th century on the site of a more ancient monastery of the 9th-10th centuries. There are two versions of its foundation: the first - the fortress was founded by a khan who wanted to protect trade caravans from robbers, and at the same time contribute to the development of the country. The second - it was founded by a local rich man, but the construction of this castle did not end for unknown reasons.
Over time, Islam was finally entrenched in Central Asia, the monastery began to decline. However, the proximity to the Silk Road prevented the temple from turning into a desert. It was used as a caravanserai .
It is believed that Tash-Rabat was a key point in crossing the Tien Shan , as it not only provided shelter for merchants, but also served as a fortification during raids by robbers. Through Tash-Rabat, trade caravans headed for the cities of the Ferghana Valley .
Literature
- Peregudova S.Ya. Tash-Rabat (based on materials of architectural and archaeological research). Frunze, 1989.
- Galitsky V.Ya., Ploskikh V.M. To the study of Tash-Rabat // In the wake of the monuments of history and culture of Kyrgyzstan. Frunze, 1982
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