What to see

The building as it appears nowadays has been restored in Soviet times. It is located in the Tien Shan mountains at a height of 3,200 m. 31 rooms are arranged around one central hall with a dome. The structure dosn't has windows; only a small opening is in the dome, letting out the fire's smoke . The building is built from crushed stone on clay mortar. It's architectural prototype resembles other Islamic buildings. Maybe this is triggered by the dome and the pointed arch serving as main entrance. Tash Rabat is a museum whose only piece of exhibition is itself. Around Tash Rabat there is a flock of some yurts were the museum's caretaker and his familiy are living. If you decide to stay over night you may use the services of these host families. Beside seeing the building complex itself, this places offers opportunities for hiking or horse riding