The Significance and Role of the Khanqah-Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi in the Evolution of Sufi Lodges’ Architecture in Central Asia during the Timurid Era

Abstract

This article analyzes the architectural significance of the Khanqah-Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi within the context of the evolution of Sufi lodges in Central Asia during the Timurid era. The study examines the architectural features of this complex, its structural and functional characteristics, as well as its role in shaping the tradition of large-scale memorial structures. The author explores the interrelationship between Timur’s construction policies and the development of Sufi architecture, identifying the main stages and typology of such structures. Special attention is given to structural innovations that ensured the stability of the building in a seismically active region.