Chubin madrasa

Chubin madrasa — a historical monument located in the city of Shahrisabz, Qashqadaryo region. It is situated in the north of the city. Currently, the Shahrisabz History Museum operates in this area.

History

It is unknown who built this structure. Only some assumptions and legends exist among the people. Because this madrasa is located near the “wood market,” it was named Chubin, derived from the word “chub” — “wood.”

The madrasa was constructed in the 16th century and served as a school that taught religious education to people of its time. Therefore, cells were also built in this area for residents, classrooms, and dormitories.

According to manuscript data from the Middle Ages, more than forty madrasas were operating in Shahrisabz at that time. Scholars who came from distant lands to study also used the cells in the madrasa courtyard as dormitories.

Structure

The mosque complex consists of a classroom, cells, and entrance gates. The madrasa buildings surround a large courtyard. The classroom walls and the interior of the mosque are decorated with tile ornaments, and the roof is covered with large domes. The cells are covered with simple wooden planks. They were completed at the end of the 17th century, built on ancient foundations.

Restoration works

From 1993 to 1996, restoration work was carried out in the madrasa area and it was reconstructed to serve as a museum. Today, the Shahrisabz History Museum operates here.

Protection

According to the decision of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated May 30, 2019, the first museum-reserve was established in Shahrisabz. Its scope includes seven historical monument objects located in the city of Shahrisabz, namely Chubin madrasa, the historic fortress of Shahrisabz, Maliki Ashtar mosque, Kunchiqar mosque, and the Chorsu trade dome.