Chor Minor, Baku

Name: Chor Minor
Address: Baku, Azerbaijan

#154 among attractions in Baku

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Chor Minor, alternatively known as the Madrasah of Khalif Niyaz-kul, is a historic gatehouse for a now-destroyed madrasa in the historic city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan. It is located in a lane northeast of the Lyab-i Hauz complex. It is protected as a cultural heritage monument, and also it is a part of the World Heritage Site Historic Centre of Bukhara. In Persian, the name of the monument means "four minarets", referring to the building's four towers. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1807 (217 years ago)Coordinates: 40°23'9"N, 49°50'16"E

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Chor Minor – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Baku Zoo, House-Museum of Niyazi, Nizami Cinema Center, Khagani Garden.

0.8 miNE
Azerbaijan's oldest zoo, founded in 1928
Baku Zoo, Baku
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Museum
House-Museum of Niyazi, Baku
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Nightlife, Cinema
Nizami Cinema Center, Baku
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Park
Khagani Garden, Baku
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Monuments and statues
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Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Heydar Aliyev Palace, Baku
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0.7 miSW
Museum
Uzeyir Hajibeyov's House Museum, Baku
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0.8 miSW
Monuments and statues
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Memorial
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Monument, Baku
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Concerts and shows, Theater
Azerbaijan State Pantomime Theatre, Baku
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Church
Armenian Church, Baku
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chor Minor?

Nearby attractions include Ajdarbey Mosque, Baku (1 min walk), Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Monument, Baku (7 min walk), Pirallahı raion, Baku (8 min walk), Nizami raion, Baku (8 min walk).

How to get to Chor Minor by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chor Minor:

Bus

Türkiyə Səfirliyi • Lines: 88 (7 min walk)
ABŞ Səfirliyi • Lines: 88 (9 min walk)

Metro

Nizami • Lines: 2 (16 min walk)
28 May mst • Lines: 2 (18 min walk)

Train

Baku Central Railway Station (19 min walk)