THE DEVELOPMENT OF URBAN PLANNING IN SAMARKAND DURING THE TIMURID ERA

Abstract

This scholarly work deeply examines the development of urban planning in Samarkand during the Timurid era. The study analyzes the central squares, madrasas, mosques, mausoleums, gardens, streets, and caravanserais of the city, focusing on their geomantic and aesthetic arrangements. Additionally, the city’s water supply, defense system, and economic infrastructure are examined. Based on precise historical facts and architectural sources, the research highlights Samarkand’s role as a political, cultural, and religious center during the Timurid period. This work contributes to understanding the urban heritage of Samarkand, its position in Central Asia, and the sophisticated urban planning system established during the Timurid era.