Samarkand under the Rule of Timur: Transformation of the City into a Center of Islamic Art and Architecture

Irda Sukma Murni Telaumbanua

Abstract


Samarkand, a historic Central Asian city, has witnessed a long and significant historical journey. During the 14th century, the city reached its peak of glory under the rule of Timur, a prominent leader of the Timurid Dynasty. Under his reign, Samarkand underwent a remarkable transformation, evolving from a mere trading center into a prominent center of Islamic art and architecture. The purpose of this research is to analyze and understand how Timur succeeded in reshaping Samarkand into a city adorned with beautiful and captivating Islamic art and architecture. This study aims to uncover insights into Timur's strategies, policies, and initiatives to realize his vision of building Samarkand as a new center of Islamic civilization. The research findings show that Timur systematically developed the city's infrastructure, promoted advancements in art and architecture, and invited renowned artists to create works in Samarkand. As a result, this enhanced Samarkand's reputation as a city of extraordinary intellectual and cultural wealth. In conclusion, Timur's reign effectively transformed Samarkand into one of the world's most famous centers of Islamic art and architecture.


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Proceeding International Seminar and Conference on Islamic Studies (ISCIS)

Ruang Jurnal
Pascasarjana UIN Sumatera Utara Medan
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