Kazakhstan: Arystan Bab Mausoleum
Arystan Bab Mausoleum is a 14th century mausoleum preserving the tomb of Arystan Baba, a religious scholar and mystic. The mausoleum was built by the powerful Emir Timur over the 12th century grave site, then rebuilt me expanded multiple times in the 18th and 20th century. Inside, there are four tombs – Arystan Baba and three of his students. There are also some really old artifacts like wooden columns and ancient Koran. The mausoleum is a major pilgrimage place and busloads come here.
