TIMURID DOMES IN SAMARKAND AND THEIR DECORATIVE ART

Abstract

This scientific work analyzes the domes of the Timurid period in Samarkand and their decorative art. The study covers the types of dome architecture, construction technologies, colorful tile and mosaic decorations, geometric, floral, and calligraphic patterns, as well as their religious, cultural, and symbolic meanings. Additionally, the integration of domes with minarets, interior lighting and acoustics, restoration efforts, and contemporary significance are discussed. The text is written in simple language to be accessible to a wide audience, yet it is enriched with precise historical facts and examples.