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Khudoyar-Khan Palace

The palace of Khudoyar Khan - Kokand's last ruler

The crown jewel of Kokand

The crown jewel of Kokand is the palace of its final ruler, Khudoyar Khan, which was constructed in 1871 and stands as a testament to staggering grandeur. This magnificent palace complex was built in the traditional style of Central Asian architecture, featuring a towering portal adorned with a large entrance arch and flanked by four minarets—two standing on either side of the portal, and two forming the wings of the facade.

Surrounded by a carved stone wall, the Khudoyar Khan Palace comprised seven small courtyards and 119 rooms, covering a total area of 4 acres with its foundation raised three meters above ground level. Above the main gate, an Arabic inscription proclaimed the name “Great Seyed Mohammad Khudoyar Khan.” The construction of this opulent palace involved the labor of 16 thousand people and 80 masters, who worked under harsh conditions. They were often subjected to fines and corporal punishment for minor infractions. Despite these hardships, the efforts resulted in the creation of a truly magnificent palace that continues to awe visitors with its wealth and splendor.

The facade of the Khudoyar Khan Palace is a dazzling display of variegated colors and rich ornaments, featuring intricate geometric designs, arabesques, and floral motifs crafted from ceramic tiles. The patterns adorning the facade are unique, each composition carefully designed and executed. The vivid color scheme adds to the palace’s enchanting allure, evoking the imagery of an oriental fairy tale palace.

Unfortunately, only two of the original courtyards and 19 rooms of the grand palace complex have survived to the present day. The interior decoration of the palace showcases the art of carving and painting ganch, a type of plaster. Ganch panels throughout the palace feature stylized depictions of trees, including cypress and weeping willow, as well as intricate plant motifs with intertwining branches, leaves, and floral rosettes.

Today, the Khudoyar Khan Palace serves as a museum of local history, where exhibitions offer insight into the rich past and vibrant present of Kokand, allowing visitors to step back in time and experience the grandeur of this historical treasure.

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