Amir Timur Museum, Tashkent
Address: 1, Amir Timur str., Yunus-Abad district, Tashkent
Phone: (+998 71) 232-02-11, 232-02-12
Working hours: from 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. (w/o lunch)
Closed: on Monday
The Museum of the History of Timurids (also known as the Amir Timur Museum) was established in Tashkent in 2006. Today, it stands as an important city landmark and is frequently featured in cultural Uzbekistan tours. The grandiose building is a striking example of refined Oriental architecture: the circular structure is crowned with a large blue dome, and its entire perimeter is adorned with elegant columns that appear to support the roof. The museum’s windows are designed as arched niches, adding to its harmonious aesthetic.
The building’s richly decorated facade, surrounded by fountains, draws the attention of all visitors to the capital. The Amir Timur Museum houses more than three thousand exhibits that illuminate the ancient history of the region. Among them are paintings, historical documents related to the life and achievements of Amir Timur, rare manuscripts, weapons, traditional clothing, household items, and various coins. Each exhibit offers a tangible connection to the past.